Module 8 Assignment 2 Reflection

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Module 8 Assignment 2 Reflection

As I reflect on assignment two the road was a bit challenging. It was also a bit time consuming I had to reread assignment on numerous occasions to get what this assignment required of me. I manage to complete my draft and sent it.  My tutor provided me with the necessary guidelines which I took into consideration when making my amendments. I also gained new knowledge with the use of the PowerPoint program I had no previous knowledge with the feature record narration but was able to maneuver it. I thank God for coming through for me with this assignment.  

Module 8 Activity 7 Reflection

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Module 8 Activity 7 Reflection

Activity 7A The readings provided on Information and communication technology integration (tablet) into the classroom was very insightful. My horizon with broaden or enhance with some on the information provided.  As a requirement of this activity I conduct an online group discussion based on your reading and reflection in the self-activity.  My colleagues and I also share our conclusion on the reading and stated whether they support or oppose the views mentioned.

Activity 7B zeroed in on Guidelines for managing tablets where my colleagues and I were engaged in a group discussion under the following heading what differentiate tablets from other learning technologies as well as the five most pivotal tips for a teacher using a tablet learning environment.

I really enjoy completing this activity I took away new knowledge as a result of this activity. I think a one tablet initiative could have substituted for the one netbook initiative. I definitely think that the integration of tablet in the classroom is the way forward.

Module 8 Activity 6 Reflection

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Module 8 Activity 6 Reflection

This activity was a very fruitful one.   The readings provide extensive information on this topic that can be very useful to teachers. For the activity my colleagues and I conducted  an online group discussion  that identified the pros and cons of one-to-one learning under the title  Pros and cons of one-to-one learning after which the main points will be place on the one to one learning page on the wiki. There are many pros that can be derived from one to one learning and they are as follows Students become more actively involved in the learning process. Students’ motivation level will increase, and students will be able to learn at the own pace in relation to classroom activity. 

 Some of the cons can be derived from a one to one learning includes It can be time consuming, students   may divert from the tasks at hand if student are not carefully supervise,
Teachers have to be trained to effectively integrate the devices into the lessons and finally it is expensive to introduce and maintained

In Activity 6B the following questions were debated and they are as follows 5 most important tips for a teacher teaching in a one-to-one learning environment? And what is the strongest feature of One to one learning. My colleagues and I completed a follow up discussion by collaboratively writing significant guidelines for the one to one learning on the wiki page one to one learning guidelines. 

I will try my best to utilize experience and I ideas what I gathered from this activity and integrated in my classroom. 

Module 8 Activity 5

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Module 8 Activity 5

The reading provided for this activity was very beneficial and time consuming. This activity comprised of three sections,  section a was a self activity  I observe  video extracts from classrooms in which one of these shows the use of an interactive whiteboard, while others videos  use other configurations of ICT. I also participated in an online discussion with my group on discussion forum is called “Interactivity". I was also required to compare my observations of interactivity in the videos and the conclusions that I have drawn from the self-activity the major focus was on interactivity alone.

Activity 5 B required me to participate in an online discussion with my group in the discussion forum is called The Interactive Whiteboard Board .

Based on my readings, I had to extract the most powerful conclusions about interactive whiteboards and I select eight (8) principles to consider before for the use of the interactive whiteboard that I share with your group.  Finally 5c require the updating of the wiki where I viewed and edit the page called wiki that is entitled Interactive whiteboard.

 I worked collaboratively identify the classroom management strategies and procedures that would facilitate effective learning with interactive whiteboards. Also I suggested practical measures for effectively managing the classroom and learning. 

This activity was a very exciting one to me that shed light on the topic Interactive whiteboard that I was not aware of previously.  I am looking forward for the next activity.

Module 8 Assignment 1 Reflection

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 Module 8 Assignment 1 Reflection  

For this assignment we were asked to justify whether you would prefer to spend a school ICT budget on placing computers in a lab, a learning lab or one in each classroom.

In your opening paragraph state your preference ie Computer Lab or One Computer Classroom and in five paragraphs supporting reasons for your selection.

Also possible challenge that you may face with regard to classroom management were also highlighted and how In the final paragraph Finally strategies of how each challenge eradicated or lessened.

Finally both an advantage and a limitation of your planned implementation are mentioned. Even though this assignment appears to be simple on the first appearance it posed some difficulty to me.  

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Module 8 Activity 4 - The one Computer Classroom

As a requirement for this module one computer classroom was the focal point of this activity. The reading on this activity was very interesting. The information provided by Group 1 was very informative and up to date an excellent job was done with the presentation of the content.

Before this module I would have selected to invest into a  computer lab over a one computer classroom but know I am exposed to the diverse readings, information and experiences on the one computer classroom,   I am aware of the benefits that can occur as result of exposure of this one computer classroom my view point have changed significantly. One computer classroom allows teachers to integrate across the curriculum, it also provide opportunities for students and teacher to communicate between classes. 

The teacher can utilize a projected screen to display information to the whole class for e.g Power point Presentation.  The one computer can be use as a form of remediation to students who cannot grasps concepts and require additional  practice . The teacher can also set up learning centers in various sections of the classroom to curbs the issues of lack of computer by engaging all the student in other group related activities relevant to their group projects, class work, quizzes. I really enjoyed completing this activity. 

Module 8 Activity 3 Reflection

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Module 8 Activity Reflection3  Pros and  Cons of High Density Computer Lab

As a requirement for this activity my colleagues and I were asked to discuss the pros and cons of a high density lab. The readings provided for this activity were very informative. In the past the government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, placed heavy emphasis on high density labs in our secondary system their main purposes were for the teaching of Information Technology lessons and project purposes, rather than integrating Information and Communication Technology across the school curriculum or the different subject areas.

The rapid development with technology have reduce desktops computer to devices in the past since blackberry and Samsung cell phones, laptops, net book, PDA, Palmtops, kindle fire, tablets etc have taken over the modernized and technological world.

As a teacher I applauded the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines for embarking on the one net book per child initiative which have definitely improve our teaching and learning situation.  In discussion with my colleagues some significant points were mentioned and some of the points were similar while others were a bit different. Some of the benefits that can be derived from such labs include students working independently or with a peer on computers to complete tasks. Also students are motivated to learn, they will retain more information since they are actively involved in the learning process.

Some of the ideas or cons mentioned by colleagues are careful monitoring of students is required to prevent them from viewing inappropriate websites, content, and ensure students or tasks.  These labs are expensive to configure and maintaining. If teacher don’t plan effectively completing tasks could be time consuming. Also the arrangement of computer stay in one location preventing the utilization of some Teaching strategies.

In conclusion this activity reactivated my days in Information Technology classes and as student I was really excited and motivated to go to IT classes and wished I was granted the  opportunity to go every day.