I have incorporated many of the things I learned in this course into my personal theory of learning. After experiencing the course materials, I have found that it is critical for the students to be actively engaged during the learning process. While I was aware of this before, I feel more strongly about having the students construct a product that is representative of their learning. In the future, I will tend to shy away from using technology simply as a means of presentation. I will allow my students to interact with the technology. I plan to use Voice Thread technology in both an upcoming 2-step algebra unit as well as a literature unit I will be doing with my students. Just last week, my students went on a field trip to Gettysburg Pennsylvania. The students who were unable to attend for a variety or reasons were given an assignment to complete after taking a virtual field trip of Gettysburg. The assignment required students to explore the web resource and find key pieces of information. In the future, I would like to use and explore new technology in my classroom. I have not been actively keeping up to date on new educational technology. In an attempt to educate myself, I have subscribed to educational technology blogs of fellow educators and have found several website on the topic. Also, I would like to lend a helping hand to students who continue to struggle with technology. In the future, I would like to provide after school technology tutoring. The students in my school have such a wide range of technological abilities. I would like to provide assistance to students who lack skills or are not comfortable with what they know.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Connectivism and Social Learning in Practice
Cooperative learning calls for students to work together in a group to create a product and extend their knowledge. The strategies present offer many mediums and activities that student can use collaboratively construct a culminating product. Group work is a powerful tool because it allows students to springboard and expand on other student's ideas. Individuals bring many aptitudes and skills that contribute to the common group product. Social learning allows students to showcase their creativity and exercise their collaboration skills. Tools like social networks, web quests, shared bookmarking, and web site creation eliminate the regional restrictions that traditional classrooms have. When utilizing online tools, students have the potential to interact with individuals from anywhere in the world.
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