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This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Integrating Technology into Education --> Setting Goals for Integrating Technology
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Obviously planning the rollout is imperative. While not educational software, my institution recently rolled out a major software program. It was done very poorly. Not everyone had access to training areas in the system and the trainers seemed intent on showing us all the "bells and whistles" rather than focusing on what each of the individual positions would need to know. It was more of a "top-down" approach rather than an organic one. I found it very chaotic and stressful. Some of our educational technology has been slowly introduced, but so slowly that nobody knows how to use it or has forgotten how by the time it is actually available.
Learning the importance of rubrics and technology that is being applied to current teaching
In this module, I learned about the rubric for e-learning tool evaluation through Western University. This rubric helps to determine accessibility, functionality, technical, mobile design, privacy and protection, social presence, teacher presence, and cognitive presence to be determined for each tool. I intend to use this rubric when evaluating e-learning tools.
I’d show faculty how tech tools like virtual cooking classes and recipe management software can improve teaching and how it will enhance the current lesson plans. I’d ensure students see how tech can make learning more engaging and help prepare them for the culinary world while listening to their feedback to ensure it works for them. Administrators would get the benefits of tech on student outcomes and efficiency, and I’d work with IT to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely.
The What in it for me? is important to know before starting to roll out any process. How it will improve the environment and what the cost is or estimations are necessary for the stakeholders to know. Is this technology going to address areas of concern that need improvement. Then a plan for implementation and a timeline are necessary. Communication throughout the entire process will be essential to make sure the timeline is being achieved as well as the financial aspect. Stay in budget or understand why the budget might be changing as the process continues. Training staff with the new technology is important so they can best help the students get the most out of this learning process.
Teachers need to be provided training on new technology. There's nothing worse than frustrated students and not being able to help them.
La tecnología transforma la enseñanza -aprendizaje en los estudiantes y al mismo tiempo los adiestra en cada uno de los procesos.
La tecnología permite a los estudiantes resolver problemas, actuar como pensadores críticos, estimula el trabajo en equipo y desarrolla la motivación para estar en constante aprendizaje.
Aprender con la práctica integrando la tecnología contribuye al efecto transformador y garantiza el éxito de los estudiantes.
I believe it is crucial to add technology into teaching as this is what most students have stated in their surverys. I do find it easier that when I do, students engagement in class or on zoom increases.
I found this block of instruction a refresher for activities I'm already implementing for a technology perspective in my course. I did appreciate the four parts of a plan discussed and will more effectively use the information in future endeavors.
Planning and scheduling are critical components. Instructors and higher learning are also key overall.
Will this benifit students ability to learn? Will system support new online tools? Will faculty be trained for all devices? Will there be continued support moving forward? Alot of questions but well worth it.
Technology application to education is very important these days especially because we are in the computer age that every one has
to update their style of education into the most advance technique.
There is often a compromise about the goals and money needed to complete these goals. The implementation of technology is a costly event. We need to consider all factors when making choices.