Selecting the appropriate technology tool is key to the student and instructors overall success.
Technology tools are essential to teaching in an online environment. There are many tools available but the instructor must be comfortable using the tools them otherwise you won't be able to teach without confusing your students.
To achieve active learning it is best to pair your teaching style with that of being a facilitator. Pair that with the appropriate technology tools and the students should achieve the course outcomes.
I have been teaching for 15 years so it's so good to find out about new learning tools that my students can benefit from so that they have a deeper understanding of the material.
to find a tool or tools to best engage the students and teacher that is best for both.
As instructors we should make sure the technology is conducive to the learning process. The technology should support, not hinder, the teaching and learning process. Therefore, proper research, delivery and evaluation of tools is essential to content delivery.
Learning about the different tools, more updated equipment.
Instructors must identify their teaching style so that syle is matched with the technology tool. Technology tools must be assessed for its effectiveness and how it will impact students learning and instructor teaching process. Sincee there are various technology tools it is important to match the tool with the function or functions to be performed.
When using the many technology tools, it is important to use the tool for its intended purpose.
I learned that there are many technology tools that can be used in an online course. It is important to know what types of tools are available and how best to use each type so they enhance teaching and learning objectives.
So far I have learned that the use of technology tools can not only help the student but it can also assit the instructor to facilitate the best training possible. The tools we use should be reviewed to see if they are working accordingly to achieve the highest training value for the student.
In this module, I learned that there are a variety of technology tools that can be used to assist teaching and learning online. Instructors should first research different tech tools to determine which ones would work best to enable learners to accomplish learning goals. I also learned the four types of teaching styles and that every teaching style should include facilitation on both ends. Lastly, I learned that it is important to assess the effectiveness of the tech tools used in order to make changes.
This was a rich module! It was eye-opening and most informative. Sometimes I have used tech tools because it was popular, while not considering if it was right for my course or students. This module has given me a lot of things to think about as I look at the content that I have in currently use.
In this module, I learned how to picked and evaulate technology tools for online teaching.
I intend to apply the evaluation methods discussed to evaluate the technology required for the course I am teaching now.
Ask the students if the teaching tools are working or not. What the instructor should stop, start and continue. It changes every year and we have to adapt.
I learned that here is such a thing as voiceover power points. Wikis, blogs and podcast can be used as well. How am I going to apply a podcast? do I make my own podcast or do I implement anothers Podcast?
I learned that it is essential to get feedback from the students in an on line format to make sure the teaching tool is working. I will use the demonstration model as it is very effective with a hands on type classroom. This can be done by videoing myself and also using the white board to show how conversions are configured mathmatically in an upcoming pharmacology course.
I learned that there are many ways to deliver on line information to students and that asking for feedback from students is a good idea to see what is working.
I am reminded of the saying that if all you have is a hammer, the whole world looks like a nail! I need to assess the learning outcomes I desire and match them to the technology that I have available to me.
I learned that there are several different online tools that can be used for their specific reason to help with leaning. Many of these can be used alone or in conjuciton with the others. You also need to continue to evaluate the tools and your abilities.
I learned that using specific tools for specific learning objectives and teaching style is important. Also, facilitating student learning is important.
