1. What three things did you learn about teaching and learning that you did not know before?
Three things that I learned about teaching and learning that I did not know before are: (1) the extent to which technology affects learning and teaching, (2) that the use of social media networks in classrooms actually makes learning fun and relatable for students of today's generation, and (3) that a lot of times you, as the teacher, are learning from the material that you are teaching just as the students are.
2. In what ways has the content in this course effected your views of teaching and learning? The content in this course has affected my views of teaching and learning tremendously. I feel more comfortable using technology and have even learned to create and manage web pages. Technology is becoming a vital part of our lives. Nearly all homes these days have computers and Internet connections. Technology is revolutionizing the way we think, work, and play, and when integrated into the curriculum, revolutionizes the learning process. This past semester, I have learned that technology integration in the curriculum improves students’ learning processes and outcomes. Teachers who recognize computers as problem-solving tools change the way they teach. They move from a behavioral approach to a more constructivist approach. This makes students more engaged in their learning.
3. What questions do you have about integrating technology into the curriculum? Do you think there will ever be a time where school is exclusively online?
If so, what are some of the pros/cons of that?
Do you think it is possible to integrate technology into ever subject?
If so, would it be beneficial to do so?
At what age should students be introduced to technology?
4. What did you like most about this course? In what ways can the instructor improve this course?
What I enjoyed most about this course was the fact that I learned very tangible skills that I know I will be able to apply to my life, now, and in the future when I get into my career. I was against social media networks, for the most part, until I realized just how useful they can be in this course. Even though this course was probably my favorite course as an undergraduate, just like everything, there are ways to improve it. One way to improve the course would be to allow the students to teach a few more of their lesson plans. I know that in the interest of time, every student teaching every lesson plan is a bit unpractical, but I know personally, I would have appreciated it if I had the opportunity to put a few more of my lesson plans into effect and see the fruits of my labor come into fruition right in front of my eyes.
