If the equipments are not available makes it dificult the learning process
I need to evaluate some new tools in order to enhance the delivery of content.
integrate several different forms of technology based upon which one suits the content the best.
Although it is or was somewhat confusing the use of technology and technology tool. I did realize that the use of various teaching funchtions is necessary and the use of technology is very important. It is the adjustment all instructors have to try to master, and the idea that we share some of the burden to the students is a great concept.
I need to think about my preferred teaching style when I design my lessons. I will need to carefully select technology tools that will be appropriate for the lessons and appeal to the different learning styles of my students.
I learned that an instructor needs to learn about and become familiar with a variety of online learning tools and use what would best benefit their students in an online learning environment.
I learned that there are a lot of tools available to enhance a student ability to learn online. Many instructors have different styles of teaching and must select the best tool that align with their teaching style. I also like the start, stop, continue method of receiving feedback from the students.
Technology Tools can help fill the learning / communications gap between the instuctor and students.
A teacher’s time is better spent finding a technology that fits their teaching style than to shoehorn their teaching style into technology that may not fit well. Although this may be the best use of time, sometimes what is best suited is not what is available to the teacher, possibly due to cost. If a teacher is knowledgably of what is available and how to use those technologies, then they should be able to find an optimal solution for their teaching style and available options.
The importnce of the technology tools in addition to the basic hardware and programs students must have. LMS is just on a of tools. We must use other tools like the blog, the digital portfolio, the podcasting, virtual classrooms. screen capture programs, and more. Its really incredible all the alternatives for teaching. This is a whole new world. Instructors have much to learn so they can teach using the tools that most suits for their students. Super interesting!!!!
I would like to find a tool that would let the students give me anonymous feedback
I learned that with these tools it helps both the teachers and students have a better understanding of on-line courses, and how there are so many different technique's that can be use to better one's experience when it comes to on-line classes.
I learned the five teaching styles:
- authority- this is a more authoritative and teacher centered approach to online instruction where the instructor does most of the talking. I don't think this is the best approach as students need to also engage in the course in order to foster critical thinking.
- demonstrator- this is another teacher centered approach where the instructor shows the student how to do something. In regards to technology, students have to have the same tools as the instructor and it may be difficult to demonstrate something on one device as the student is preoccupied with watching the instructor which would make it difficult to follow along.
- facilitator- in this style of teaching the instructor acts as a guide to students. Learning is through guided discovery and the instructor acts a valuabel resource for students.
- delegator- in this approach the instructor delegates coursework to students that foster learning. However it's important to note that the learning or objectives have to be clearly communicated in for this to work students have to be highly motivated and self disciplinedin this approach the instructor delegates coursework to students that foster learning. However it's important to note that the learning or objectives have to be clearly communicated in for this to work and students have to be highly motivated and self disciplined
- expert-the expert approach is with the instructor has expertise and expects a higher degree of professionalism from students then the other teaching styles. The instructor may seem rigid and I'm moving in this style.
As an instuctor in electronics iam constantly use and evaluating different tchnologies in the classroom, the greatess asset you can have is being flexible and adaptive to chahgig technologies.
I have learned the importance of properly selecting the appropriate technology tool and be sure instructors use the appropriate tool to satisfy the course objectives/student outcomes. I've learned that virtual classrooms are the most interactive approached, they were modeled after F2F and can be recorded and presented later in an asynchronous learning. There are 5 teaching styles: authority, demonstrator, facilitator, delegate and expert yet every style should include facilitation.
This Module was very informative. I have learned to assess different learning tools that compliment the the content delivery. If not matched effectively, it may inhibit the student from successfully learning the content. I have also gained insight on my teaching style.
I believe that it is important to know your style of taching and how to use technology to enhance your stenghts and weaknesses. And you must always get feedback from the students and constantly evaluate your self.
I learned that there are many tools that can be used in online learning. I also learned that as teachers we need to assess what our teaching style is and adapt that style for the online classroom. As with all teaching matters, feedback and reflection is critical to the learning process. I liked the stop, start, continue process. I also learned how important it is to match the online tool to the desired outcome.
From this module, I learned that an instructor should carefully curate the list of technology tools they use. Limiting the options and choosing the appropriate tool in each situation will help students to better learn the tools themselves, know what to expect, and to focus on the learning, rather than the technology.
I learned that there are many different tools for us to use. We need to assess them and how they can help us teach the students. We can be creative with the technology, but always make sure you are getting the desired results. If not, you may have to change the technology or how you are using the technology.
