Upon my first experiences with this course,
I felt that it was going to be rather challenging and a huge learning curve.
Up until this point I have only used my computer for completing assessments and
research, thus the thought of starting a blog both excited and petrified me.
After working
through the course material for this week, I have realised just how much the
world of education has changed since I left school. The integration of
technology into teaching seems to have escalated to the point, that without it,
engaging Gen Z learners and effective teaching would be quite challenging and problematic.
During my days at school, PowerPoints and old scratchy videotapes seemed to be
the most common form of technology used – a lot has changed! What I've learned
from this week’s course material is that technology in the classroom should
only be used to enhance teaching and not to fill in time. Equally, if it is
used in the appropriate way it can support and enhance the learning experiences
of today’s learners.
What I find immensely
interesting is how research about the connection between neuroscience and
teaching is starting to take off. Judy Willis’ presentation on the ‘Science of Learning’ has given me a new outlook on what teaching should look like. No
longer does it seem appropriate to teach the way our teachers taught us, but
rather facilitate the learning of our students and equip them with the
necessary skills set to succeed in the 21st century. The Sparks and Honey presentation really made this clear to me.
I am looking
forward to working through this course and broadening my knowledge.
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