did not know what to expect from this course once the semester started. I really thought we were just going to learn how to use a computer and a projector… As the course advanced, I realized that was not what we were going to learn at all. 

This class helped me to reflect on the proper use of technology in the classroom. I had never really given much thought to it, but the course helped me understand a few things. 

The first one is that technology in the classroom is not always negative. It can actually be very beneficial if it’s used properly. 

The second thing I came to notice is that you do not use technology just because. You need a purpose for it, and whatever you use must fit your needs and objectives, not the other way around.  

There are a few other key things I now know I must consider when intending to use technology in the classroom, which are the guiding principles for teaching with technology. When we saw them, I thought they were kind of obvious. But then I came to understand that they are not, and you have to think carefully about a lot of factors before you choose your technological tool. 

The last important element I learned is that technology can help us grasp a student’s attention and make them engage with the class more. With the right tools carefully chosen by the teacher, students can use technology to enrich their learning.  

I do wish I had expanded and investigated more on different tools and apps to use in the classroom. I know I stayed in my comfort zone and used the ones I already knew, like Canva and Miro,.Even if I did not use more innovative sites, I guess it is not too late to start looking, and I have a whole lifetime to explore new and useful tools. 

TOLERANCE IN DAILY LIFE

Speaking activity:
•Research on Tolerance in daily life.
•In groups of no more than 5, write a scene/situation where tolerance can be put (or not) into practice.
•Record a video following the written script. You can edit your video using canva, capcut, clideo, etc.
•Post your video on your edubogs💋
•Watch and leave a comment on a classmate’s video, reflecting on whether the people in it showed tolerance or not.

Technological knowledge: The use of search engines encourages students to be selective on the information they read and use, online blogs and video editors help students engage more with the activity, while they learn how to navigate on these sites.

Pedagogical knowledge: students learn to use video recording equipment and possibly use video editing software
teachers may provide technical guidance but also emphasize pedagogical strategies for effective communication in a video format, including visual and auditory elements, and presentation

Content knowledge: teachers will start by talking about tolerance, emphasizing why it’s important in our everyday lives. they’ll explain the main ideas and give examples to help students understand.
teaching methods may involve conversations, lectures, and using different learning materials to make sure students have a basic grasp of tolerance.

Learning outcome: By the end of the lesson/activity, students will be able to distinguish situations that require people to put tolerance into practice.

Improving your speaking skills.

• The teacher picks a specific topic for students to talk about.
• Students do some research before the class. so as to come prepared to talk about the topic.
• Using the app “Azar” students will individually video call a foreigner and talk about 

the topic given.

• Every 10 minutes switch to a new person.

Technology is something I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with. I feel like I know the basics to get around, and I’ve never really tried to learn beyond that. 

With this course, I’ve come to realize that I might have to try and get along with technological tools because we’ve seen how useful they can be in the classroom. I might have a bit of trouble in this area because I’m used to doing things in a more “traditional” way, rather than relying on technology for most of my things.  

I’ve learned (actually, I am still learning) how to use technological resources in an effective manner so as to be able to fit every (or most) student’s needs. There were many principles that I was not aware of, but I need to consider when I start teaching.  

One thing I’m well aware of is that technology is evolving fast, and maybe what I learn and discover now will be useless in 20 years (not in regard of how to use technology in the classroom, I think those principles can be eternal) , so I’ll have to be constantly doing some research to be able to keep up with new developments and find new ways to implement those findings in the classroom. I hope to get used to using digital technologies soon, so this doesn’t become a problem in the future.  

The only advice I can think of for my classmates is to get involved with digital tools, do research and experiment with new instruments. 

1. Digital Classrooms: Allows easy access to class material and interaction between students.
2. Create differentiated learning experiences: Students are able to go at their own pace while learning.
3. Increase Student Engagement: Introducing new material with interactive activities
4. Flip the classroom: Teachers can work as guides, and students engage in collaborative work and are not just sitting and listening.
5. Chance to show mastery: Students can have a choice on how to show their learning, making them feel more connected to the class.
6. 21st-century skills: In the future, computing skills will most definitely be key to being able to find certain jobs
7. Bring abstract experiences with VR and AR: Gives the opportunity to experiment with things themselves.
8. Expand classroom walls: Virtual field trips, chat with people across the world. Helps connect students with the world.
9. Teach digital citizenship: Students need to learn how to navigate, filter information, and stay safe online
10. Promote social sharing of work students create: Allow students to share their work to encourage them to do their best.
11. Develop collaboration skills: Learning to work on diverse teams is important. Teachers must provide the tools (material and tasks that actually need collaborative work)
12. Develop metacognition skills: Students own their own learning. They build autonomy and self-efficacy.
13. Enhance family engagement: Parents can see their kids work.
14. Improve teacher practice: Teachers can find and develop new strategies in order to integrate technology into the classroom.

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Digital Citizenship

“Digital citizenship refers to the responsible use of technology by anyone who uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level. “

Guiding Principles for Teaching with Technology

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10 important events in the history of technology in education.

Throughout my academic career technology has been highly present, but I can’t say that I’m an expert when it comes to using it. I suppose I know the basics to get around and survive.  

While I was in school and university, I used computers and technology in general, quite a bit. I used Khan Academy, Excel, GeoGebra, Wolfram Alpha, Canva, Google Scholar, and a bunch of other things that I probably won’t need in the future. But as I said before, I only know the basics. 

From this class, I expect to learn how to use “useful” technological tools in depth, and my goal would be to be able to figure out how to incorporate them into the classroom.