Bloggers N: Blog post – 10 May
ICT integration in an Edu. Context
The topic discussed in blogger's F post looks at the effectiveness of implementation and integration of Internet, Communications and Technology (ICT) in the classrooms. The post highlights the problems prevalent in the integration process; the necessary steps for better teacher training, and lastly; how ICT implementation equips learners for their future success. Making use of ICT can be a useful tool for learning, however; according to Krause 2010, there is a disconnection between teachers and technology. Thus, it is important for the teacher to gain the relevant and appropriate ICT knowledge and skills in order to integrate it into teaching and learning.
Digital Pedagogy
Since Blog G discusses how digital pedagogy can change/enhance the experience of teaching, (Stommel, 2013) one could infer that teachers should not only use technology to make their job easier, but to use it as a tool to make lessons more interactive by encouraging learner participation. Digital pedagogy is not as difficult as people make it seem. For it to function well, it will essentially require educators and learners to work together towards a common goal (Stommel, 2013).
Blended Learning
With reference to Blog H, blended learning can be an efficient approach in keeping the learners attention in the classroom. This is done by integrating technology, however; not all learners have the same learning styles. For example, some may rely on a teacher to enhance their conceptual skills first before they are able to grasp the use of technology in the classroom.
Guidelines for ICT integration with NCS subjects in Grades 10-12
According to Blog I's research though, we are becoming more technologically dependent. By using technology in the classroom, we allow interactive learning to take place and are preparing learners for the real world. The blog discusses how the integration of ICT can be beneficial in different subjects. Every subject has its own software needed for successful teaching and learning to take place, however; the content should suit the outcomes of the curriculum.
What does the future of learning look like?
In Blog J they discuss the future of learning by looking at statements such as the topic question, and “how do we align new educational models with the support to help it succeed?” They answer these questions by looking at the work of Sugate Mitra who uses SOLE or Self Organized Learning Environments. Mitra believes that by focusing on the interests of the child, it will optimise their learning. Ideally, teachers should not only embrace the use of technology to enhance their pedagogies in the classroom, but they should focus on a learner centred approach - where learners should be encouraged to improve their learning and be successful after school.
In Blog J they discuss the future of learning by looking at statements such as the topic question, and “how do we align new educational models with the support to help it succeed?” They answer these questions by looking at the work of Sugate Mitra who uses SOLE or Self Organized Learning Environments. Mitra believes that by focusing on the interests of the child, it will optimise their learning. Ideally, teachers should not only embrace the use of technology to enhance their pedagogies in the classroom, but they should focus on a learner centred approach - where learners should be encouraged to improve their learning and be successful after school.
Samantha Di Bona
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Carine September
Andre Vermeulen
Inge Wilters
Assessment: Ideas and Content = 4, Writing Quality = 3, Community and Collaboration = 2, Total = 9.
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