Dr. Ruth Reynard

Angela, How have these tools changed how you organize and design your instruction? Dr. Ruth Reynard

Angela, Very true - with more input possibilities, more students are likely to succeed. Dr. Ruth Reynard

zena, Yes, process is so important and with new technology the process can be both supported and demonstrated. Dr. Ruth Reynard

zena, Good points. Yes, continual connectivity and open access are the central characteristics of the expectations of new learners. Dr. Ruth Reynard

zena, So true. Portfolios have taken on new form and meaning with new technology. It also provides students with direct access and customization opportunities so that their work is created and designed by each student. Good points. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Nathan, Not only navigation but organization, analysis and application are all required for students working with and through information. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Cynthia, Great skills - do you find that there are supporting skills that students are developing which you now can integrate into your assignments and value as part of the grade? I'm thinking of self-directed skills demonstrated in research projects, for example. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Cynthia, I would love for you to share your methods and uses of the Smartboard in the teaching forum which I facilitate in the Faculty Lounge :) Dr. Ruth Reynard

Cynthia, Good points - so the term really refers to both the expectations of the students and the capability and functionality of the technology. New technology develops as users look for changes, so the more we use the technology in learning environments, the more we will influence its form and use to suit those needs. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Cynthia, Great to read your teaching history and long-time vision for the use and benefits of technology in teaching and learning. There is a logical connection between the search, connection, integration and publication of information in the learning process which new technology supports and which can make the learning path clearer for both students and teachers. Thank you for your comments :) Dr. Ruth Reynard