There is a wide range of technologies which be incorporated
in efforts to research information and generate knowledge. These tools are available to just about
everyone. McAroy suggests that young learners have a desire to grasp technology
as an effective tool for education (McAroy, 2011). Educators can implement these tools to create
environments or scenarios where learners cam communicate with them as well as
their peers.
Collaboration can be accomplished by way of wikis, blogs, and discussions. Skype and video conferencing offer an added element for those of us who prefer being able to see whom they are interacting with in a similar fashion as face to face. They must however be able to deal with the fact that geographical differences may exist.
Discussions enable the simultaneous sharing of learner experiences and perspectives in a manner that is developed not to disrupt the thoughts of others whom are participating. Technology has made a tremendous impact on the methods we utilize as educators and learners to build content, communicate, and collaborate. Finding ways to incorporate these tools into the classroom will help to enhance learning and teaching
Collaboration can be accomplished by way of wikis, blogs, and discussions. Skype and video conferencing offer an added element for those of us who prefer being able to see whom they are interacting with in a similar fashion as face to face. They must however be able to deal with the fact that geographical differences may exist.
Discussions enable the simultaneous sharing of learner experiences and perspectives in a manner that is developed not to disrupt the thoughts of others whom are participating. Technology has made a tremendous impact on the methods we utilize as educators and learners to build content, communicate, and collaborate. Finding ways to incorporate these tools into the classroom will help to enhance learning and teaching
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Ennis,
ReplyDeleteVery nice graphic organizer. Did you adapt it after another one or did you create it solely yourself? My organizer is more like a web and I tried to show how each portion was connected to the other pieces.
William
Ennis,
ReplyDeleteSimilarly, I mainly listed tools that students are familiar with outside the classroom. The advantage to this strategy is that students are comfortable using what they know, and they do not need to overcome the hurdle of learning new technology. Do you think students want new, educational-oriented tools, or to stick with the same tools they use in their social lives?
Best,
Marc
I enjoyed your post.
ReplyDeleteHow do you think an elementary school teacher should approach collaboration and technology? How early should students be introduced to innovations that integrate communication, content, and collaboration?
Pamela