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Technology Assisted Learning

Technology Assisted Learning. Jeanna Johnson. Remember that technology is a tool….just like a pencil. Using the tool effectively… will promote learning in a 21 st century global economy

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Technology Assisted Learning

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  1. Technology Assisted Learning Jeanna Johnson

  2. Remember that technology is a tool….just like a pencil. Using the tool effectively… will promote learning in a 21st century global economy • If students use technology to complete lower level tasks, the technology is ineffective. Technology is not the means to the end. • Students must learn to create and use other higher level thinking skills. Other examples:

  3. I asked students to type the definitions of vocabulary words on the computer. • I asked students to explain several topics by completing a brochure template that I had created and saved on the student drive. • I asked students to express what a network means to them by using AutoShapes in WORD after a mini field trip and notes that relate to networks and how they work. • After students learn basic computer devices and components, I give them a scenario of something that has gone wrong with the computer. They must play a technician’s role to diagnose possible causes and solutions. Their product will be a computer created quote from their computer company. • I ask the students to use the internet to justify why they would make certain decisions when buying a personal computer. (Purchase bundled software or not? Which is better for you? Why? • I ask student to use the internet to research equipment, software, and office furniture, then use a program to create a floorplan, to ulitmately design a Desktop Publishing business based on a scenerio.

  4. Investigating Technology Assisted Learning Students, Teachers and Technology • My 11 year old was invited to a webcam party a couple of days ago, is constantly texting and using the computer and internet on a daily basis. Is she ready for an online learning community? How about other forms of technology assisted learning? • Are teachers trained to integrate technology into their classroom or curriculum? Are teachers ready to lead online learning communities for public education students? • Monitor the results of assisting softwares for effectiveness. Have a plan to purchase effective softwares and devices. Make sure to remember that technology is a tool, teaching needs to continue to be inspirational and well planned.

  5. Investigating Technology Assisted Learning Pros • Entertaining. • Can offer interactive experiences that may not be available otherwise. • Can produce an increase in individualized learning and academic growth. Cons • Can be expensive • Requires innovative teachers that are properly trained • Can be used improperly

  6. Assisting Learning with Technology What is out there now… • Online learning communities for public education students. • Software designed to assist learners with reading and math. • Devices such as SmartBoards, Responders, Interwrite Pads.

  7. How do we reach our goals? What to do now? • Remember that teachers will remain the key, even in the future. • A balance of technology with teachers acting as facilitators may be the answer. A GREAT EXAMPLE Mr. Pai http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSJ5LwAXxLk

  8. Resources • http://www.idea.org/page144.html • http://www.odu.edu/educ/roverbau/Bloom/blooms_taxonomy.htm • http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=NETS • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSJ5LwAXxLk

  9. Conclusion-Technology Assisted Learning Not a new way to learn and teach, just new tools to enhance both! Based on some of the same theories that have been around for a very long time… Thank you!

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