Module 8 Activity 3 Reflection

Module 8

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.

Module 8 Activity 2 Reflection

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Module 8 Activity 2 Reflection

This activity consisted of two sections namely Section A and B.

Section A required me to use group wiki and share my understanding of new terminologies or concepts that emerged from the reading for the activity in the glossy. We save our changes from the exercise.    At first I was experiencing some problems with wiki group but I am able to manipulate it.

Section B   involved a group discussion which zeroed in on the pros and cons of ICT-enabled classrooms. Initially when I started integrated ICT into my lessons I encountered problems until I got more experience and training. The training received from this module so far have been a great and rewarding experience, For ICT integrated lesson to be effective careful planning is required and all the dimensions of teaching and learning need to be taken into consideration.   

As the teacher I often layout the ground rules or what is expected of my students.  Some of the advantages I observed in my ICT classroom are as follows students are motivated to learn and are more engaged, students retention level of the content increases, it also cater for  students learning abilities and learning styles.

Some disadvantages of ICT enabled lessons are technical failure can arise so teachers need to be adequate train to help eradicate or carryout simple troubleshooting skills, it is also time consuming exercise.   All teachers should use ICT  integrated lessons for the 21^st century or they will be left behind  in this global technological age. I am  really enjoying this module since I am really enjoying this module. 

Module 8: Activity 1(one) Reflection on Principles of Classroom Management

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Activity 1(one) Reflection on Principles of Classroom Management

The reading provided for this activity was very useful and beneficial to me.  I was familiar with some aspects of the content areas provided. Activity 1a zeroed in on principles of good classroom management where I was required to edited relevant points on the page created. The experience with wiki spaces was particularly new one to me I have no prior knowledge with the software so I had to create a teacher account I am presently still in the process of discovering and exploring with that software. This software also allowed me to edit pages etc.

Activity 1b focused on a group online discussion with the heading classroom experiences with ICT Integration I shared my experiences with ICT Integration and revamp principles where applicable, I also share ideas of good measures that can be employed to effectively manage classroom with the ICT integration in the classroom which I was willing to share and I was particularly curious to hear about my colleagues experiences.  In fact some of the experiences were similar while others were of a different nature.

Finally Activity 1c required me to utilize wiki View and edit the page in the wiki that is titled Classroom Management with ICT Integration, and to edit and save the current page.

This  activity was a very interesting one and I took away  new ideas and knowledge  that were  unfamiliar with previously.

Module 5 Assignment 3 Reflection

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Module 5 Assignment 3 Reflection

This assignment was very challenging to me though I was familiar with unit and lesson planning.  The major focus of the Assignment was summary plan of you learning experience and reflection was also needed.    

This Assignment called for extensive work.  The assignment was very time consuming since carefully thought and planning was required.  I fell sick last night and almost did not get to submitted on time. I know with God help I will be successful.   Overall this module was very exciting and posed a bit of challenge to me.  I obtained some new information from the module while other was previous knowledge.

Module 5 Activity 11 Reflection

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Module 5 Activity 11 Reflection

Activity 11B focal point was to identify which activities in my digital resource were well received in the classroom and why.  It also zeroed in on those activities that were not effective and why. Finally it dealt with activities which I can change to assist in improving my resource. 

This activity allowed me to take careful consideration before I attempted questions outlined for the activity discussion. I am definitely going to take into consideration all what I have learned in this module to increase and boost my teaching and learning situation.  

Module 5 Activity 10 Reflection

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Module 5 Activity10: Producing Resources:
 The focal point for this activity is the utilization of software to develop resources I chose to utilize Microsoft office word to create my resource.

This activity was proved to bit of a challenge tough it was a bit straight forward. Developing these resources can definitely increase and improve productive in my teaching and learning situation. With the utilization of this resource students communication, recording, interpretation, visually representing and higher order thing skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking etc will be develop.

Also Students are given the opportunity to examine and explore information from Grades 1-5 relevant to the snacks they eat at break. Students use obtained from information from students and constructed a pie chart and column graph. Most of the activities for this activity were student centered and relevant to students’ everyday life. This activity will heightened teachers awareness in enhancing eagerness  to produce more digital lessons and deliver in a more meaningful way and interesting way.

Module 5 Assignment 2 Reflection

Module 5

Module 5 Assignment 2 Reflection

The first glance at this assignment revealed it was relatively easy but it proved to be otherwise. I had to redo aspects of my assignment which proved to be time consuming. I almost did not complete it but with God grace I met the deadline. I have done what was expected so I hope it pays off.