My online artefact for EDC 3100- Assignment 1

Here is the link to my web-based artefact ICTS: Why and what for Assignment 1.

This artefact is created to convince parents that the integration of ICT in the classroom would enhance their children’s learning. It also explain on about ICT: Why and What? There are some specific examples of how I will use ICTs to achieve this in my particular context. 

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What is SAMR Model

The SAMR model is a way of thinking about examples of ICT and Pedagogy and moving beyond horseless carriage applications.

One model to consider when integrating technology into the classroom is the SAMR model.

The SAMR model describes a continuum of the extent to which technology is integrated in the classroom; from the enhancement of existing practices to the development and creation of new practices.

Transformation
Redefinition	Technology allows for creation of new tasks, previously inconceivable	Use of iBooks Author to create media rich ePub books
Modification	Technology allows for significant task redesign	Camera function to record oral retells, recording of reading
Augmentation	Technology acts as a direct tool substitute, with functional improvement	Basic functions of eBooks are used such as Read To Me and dictionary definitions
Substitution	Technology acts as a direct tool substitute, with no functional change	eBooks are used in reading groups
Enhancement

SAMR: Puentedura, R. R., Ph.D., SAMR model.

The SAMR model enables teachers to gauge how technology is utilised in classrooms. The ratings are influenced by teacher’s comfort with the technology. The focus is on what can be done with the technology. The model is premised on ICT as a tool for learning not a substitute for a teacher.

Technology integration can be considered on a continuum - moving from substitution to redefinition of classroom activity.

Substitution is when the use technology is used as a direct substitute for existing classroom practices. It is doing the same task with the introduction of technology but without any modification of the task. For example, using a notetaking application on the iPad to draft a document rather than handwriting with paper and a pencil.

Augmentation involves some functional improvement but is still a direct tool substitute. The task has not changed but been enhanced slightly. For example, using some of the iPad’s built in tools such as the thesaurus, dictionary or speak mode to augment the classroom task.

If technology integration remains in the substitution and/or augmentation level, classroom workflows will only be slightly enhanced. Students may be engaged whilst using technology in the classroom but the use of the device remains defined and limited.

Modification involves giving students a different kind of task. For example, using multimedia and adding sound and video.

Redefinition is doing something that was inconceivable without technology and gives students a stage. For example, creating a digital storybook to share with students across the classroom, school or world.

When technology is used in this way it leads to the transformation of classroom and student workflows and the technology is used in its most effective form.

How to apply the TEST framework to your studies

I look through my studydesk and read up on the Toolbelt theory.Vivian also posted regarding Toolbelt theory. It is an interesting reading that guides me on how to apply the TEST framework into my studies or even help me when I do my Assignment 1 task. 

Socol's Toolbelt theory uses the TEST (Task Environment Skills Tools) framework and identifies four tasks or questions as each component of the framework. The TEST framework scaffolds the individual in thinking about which tool will help them achieve the specific Task they have to achieve, within the Environment they are operating in and with the Skills they bring to the task.

The TEST Framework was originally developed to help students make decisions about what assistive technologies would help them learn. But the framework is applicable much more broadly than this. It's a useful tool for you to think about what tools can help you with your study, and also select the tools that may help you with your students' learning.

This is slides that talks about Toolbelt Theory 

My experience doing concept map

I had a great experience doing my own concept map by using the Mindmeister tool. It takes me hours to do my mind mapping in the sense where I need to think and organise what is ICT, who is involved in ICT, how to integrated ICT in the classroom and why should we integrated ICT in the classroom. I also learn how to use this tool as this tool is new to me as I had never before used this tool to do mind mapping. This tool is interesting in the sense whereby the program had been set whereby whatever that is being key in or type will be automatic aligned and it will be put into place accordingly. I love this tool as it makes my life easier when I do my concept map. I will recommend this tool  to students if they needed to make a mind mapping using computer.

This is my concept map

The 8 Themes- The Decoding Learning Report

The Decoding Learning report develops eight themes based on the types of learning activities that students undertake. The report uses those eight themes to organise and analyse a large collection of examples of ICT and Pedagogy. The following table summarises those eight themes.

Learning from experts	Learning through inquiry
Learning with others	Learning through practising
Learning through making	Learning from assessment
Learning through exploring	Learning in and across settings
8 themes for using ICT and Pedagogy

As educator, I will choose learning through inquiry to educate my students. I personally feel that learning through inquiry approach can help to enhance children learning.

An inquiry-based approach to learning incorporates the following basic steps or components:

1. Ask questions.
2. Explore by observing and investigating.
3. Analyze and describe findings.
4. Communicate and share by writing and discussing.
5. Reflect on what has been learned.

The role of the teacher in an inquiry-based approach is to be a facilitator, guide, and partner. Initially, the teacher poses open-ended questions; students follow this lead and form their own. This type of activity motivates students because their own questions ultimately become the focus of research and learning.

As students begin to research and explore, their learning becomes more web-like in structure, and the teacher assumes a different role. At this point, the teacher remains attentive to help students remain focused.

The teacher must be willing to allow time for discoveries, to encourage dialogue among class members, and to allow mistakes to be made. Errors lead students to re-analyze their data and to readjust their thinking.

An inquiry-based approach is different from more traditional educational methods.

Traditional	Inquiry-based
Teacher-centered	Student-directed
Teacher as giver of knowledge	Teacher as facilitator of learning
Content mastery	Content mastery and beyond
Learning follows a vertical and linear path	Learning is more web-like, concept development ranges from linear to spiral
Assessment is teacher-created	Assessment requires student input

Technology today.....

Day by days, we can see there are many changes in our country and even technology. Technology is changing day by day to be more advance. According to Postman’s 5 things to know, technology giveth and technology taketh away. This means that for every advantage a new technology offers, there is always a corresponding disadvantage. The disadvantage may exceed in importance the advantage, or the advantage may well be worth the cost. Now, this may seem to be a rather obvious idea, but you would be surprised at how many people believe that new technologies are unmixed blessings. At times, we can see the advantages and disadvantages of technology but there is a powerful idea embedded in every technology.

What is pedagogy?

Pedagogy is the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept: the relationship between applied linguistics and language pedagogy. According to Koehler and Mishra (2009), Pedagogical knowledge (PK) is teachers’ deep knowledge about the processes and practices or methods of teaching and learning. They encompass, among other things, overall educational purposes, values, and aims. This generic form of knowledge applies to understanding how students learn, general classroom management skills, lesson planning, and student assessment. It includes knowledge about techniques or methods used in the classroom; the nature of the target audience; and strategies for evaluating student understanding. A teacher with deep pedagogical knowledge understands how students construct knowledge and acquire skills and how they develop habits of mind and positive dispositions toward learning. As such, pedagogical knowledge requires an understanding of cognitive, social, and developmental theories of learning and how they apply to students in the classroom (p. 64).

References

Koehler, M., & Mishra, P. (2009). What is technological pedagogical content knowledge? Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, 9(1).

How does technology impact education system

Technology has been a good tools being use in education especially when come to teach a lesson to the students or even expand the student learning by just type the word in the search engine and you will be able to get the results or even resources needed by the educator for teaching or even giving the students the opportunity to explore through activities and even project on the websites. Charmaine Yam posted a video on how can technologies brings impact to the education in school in different ways. It also talks about how does technology being delivered in schools. ICT has brought a tremendous impact in education system. 

This video is about how technology is being delivered in education.

What is SMARTBOARD

Refer from Kathleen Kan post regarding SMARTBOARD, SMARTBOARD is a technology tools that is being used to enhance children learning. Children will have wide opportunity to learn through interactive learning by using the SMARTBOARD.

In addition to allowing the user to become the mouse, the interactive whiteboard comes with a set of writing tools.  The pen tray comes with four pens and an eraser that, when used, allow the user to write and draw on the interactive whiteboard.  The pens do not contain any ink; rather a sensor within the product tell it which colored pen you have and draws the appropriate colour when you touch the board.  Using the free notebook software included with SMART Board, you can assign different colours and patterns to any pen.

Smart Boards are becoming an essential component of every classroom. Some reasons for this trend is that:

• It can accommodate different learning styles. Tactical learners can use the screen and learn by touching and marking at the board, audio learners can have a discussion and visual learners can observe the teaching on the board. 

• It is neater and does not have the cleanliness hassle and is therefore easier to maintain.

• Use it as a tool for note-taking. Students can come and write important points on the board. Alternately,  you can  appoint a student to type out notes on the computer while you talk, so that the other students can view and take them down.

• Brainstorming in the classroom can be fun with a Smart Board. You can not only put together text/ ideas but also images, diagrams or videos.

• Classroom games can be played with ease on the board. Board games in particular can be played on the board itself.

• All forms of media– videos, photographs, graphs, maps, illustrations, games, etc. – can be used on the board, making it incredibly dynamic in nature. This expands the range of content that you can use for teaching or presenting new information.

Here are some ideas on how you can use Smart Boards.

There are many activities or lesson can be taught using the SMARTBOARD.

Please click on this link for example lesson or activities http://smarttech.com/Home+Page/Solutions/K-12/Teacher+effectiveness

I learn something new for Week 1- Part 2

Hi everyone,

This week I look through my USQ studydesk, I learn something new that is personal knowledge management.

What is personal knowledge management???

Personal knowledge management is a set of processes, individually constructed, to help each of us make sense of our world and work more effectively. PKM means taking control of your professional development, and staying connected in the network era, whether you an employee, self-employed, or between jobs.

§  Personal – according to one’s abilities, interests & motivation.
(not directed by external forces)

§  Knowledge – understanding information and experience in order to act upon it.
(know what, know who, know how)

§  Mastery – the journey from apprentice to disciplined sense-maker and sharer of knowledge.
(masters do not need to be managed)

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Week 1 Reflection

Today is my first class in EDC 3100-ICT. My lecturer is Ms. Ng Kim Chu. All this while I only know what it means by IT that means Information Technology. Now I learn what it means by ICT that is Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). I feel that it is important to teach ICT to young children as in modern days of social-cultural context children are exposed  to great media impact. According to  iWEBTOOL Computer Glossary "media" refers to various means of communication. For example, television, radio, and the newspaper are different types of media. The term can also be used as a collective noun for the press or news reporting agencies. In the computer world, "media" is also used as a collective noun, but refers to different types of data storage options.

I love watching this networked student video...It is an interesting video that i would like to share out with my friends...Hope you enjoy watching it my dear friends :)

Hi everyone..

Hi everyone,

I'm Alicia Lee Su Yin. I'm currently studying Bachelor of Early Childhood in Segi Subang Jaya, Malaysia twinning with University of Southern Queensland. I'm currently enrol in EDC 3100-ICT and Pedagogy.


I am looking forward to learning about, with and through ICTs with all of you teachers, student teachers and strangers alike.