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Educ 301 Integrating Computers into the Elementary Classroom. Instructor: Ofra Aslan. The 21 st century learner. http:// youtu.be/DTWTKDdw8f4. Engaging & Effective Classrooms. Empower students Clear goals and models Hands-on approach…learning by “ doing ”
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Educ 301Integrating Computers into the Elementary Classroom Instructor: Ofra Aslan
The 21st century learner • http://youtu.be/DTWTKDdw8f4
Engaging & Effective Classrooms • Empower students • Clear goals and models • Hands-on approach…learning by “doing” • Focus on interesting, important, real-world problems • Strong feedback and support • Incorporate student reflection, personal approach • Variety of tasks, grouping, and methods
Technology’s Role • Most computers come with software that can be used to support learning. • The Internet provides many Web 2.0 tools for online teachers and students that support learning. • Creating an effective learning environment takes careful thought analysis and planning. • Make decisions based upon learning need, not the novelty of the tool.
Inquiry Unit Form • Quebec Educational Program • Cross curricular Competencies • Subject matter competencies • Essential knowledge • Objectives • What concepts do you want students to understand after completing this lesson?
Assignment 2 • Look at the QEP science curriculum • Look at the progression of learning under the section “Earth Science” • Use the Inquiry Unit Form to complete the first two sections