Fs 1 Episode 11
Fs 1 Episode 11
Fs 1 Episode 11
FS 1 Learning Episode 11
With the lightning speed by which technology is evolving, and now with 4.0,
technology continues to be an ever significant part of the learning environment. This
episode provides an opportunity for students to examine a Learning Resource Center or
Multi-Media Center and learn about its collection, services, equipment, observe how a
teacher utilizes technology for instruction, and explore resources in the virtual learning
environment. Students will analyze and reflect on how technology, including artificial
intelligence, supports the teaching-learning process.
UNESCO ICT Competency Framework for Teachers Version 3 (ICT CFT v3, 2018)
It will be good to review the UNESCO ICT CFT v3 framework as you work in this
episode. The activities here are meant for you to observe, analyze, and reflect about the
competencies discussed in the framework. (Access it at
https://www.open.edu/openlearncreate/pluginfile.php/306820/mod_resource/content/2/U
NESCO%20ICT%20Competency%20Framework%20V3.pdf)
1. A school usually sets up a center that will provide valuable support to the
teaching-learning process. Over the years the name of this center has evolved.
Some of the names are Audiovisual Center, Media and Technology Resource
Center, Teaching-Learning Technology Department, or Simply Learning Resource
Center.
2. With the swift development of ICT, the natural outcome was the ever-expanding
interface between the traditional library and ICT both in terms of hardware and
software systems and applications.
3. Schools may have different set-ups when it comes to a Learning Resource
Center (LRC). Some have replaced the term library with LRC. Some have
separate library, LRC, and Audio Visual or Media Center. Some only have the
LRC both for teachers and students. Still some have combined their learning
resource centers with maker spaces.
4. The common purpose among these centers is to provide print, audio-visual and
ICT resources to support the teaching-learning process
5. The goals of the Center may include orienting and training teachers in the use of
audiovisual and ICT resources, working with teachers and administrators in
producing instructional materials, making available useful resources to the
students, teachers, and the school community.
6. In order to support the philosophy and aims of the school, the Center must fulfill
the following functions: center of resources, laboratory of learning, agent of
teaching, service agency, coordinating agency, recreational reading center, and a
link to other community resources.
Technology Integration
make you understand how integration is done in each of the levels and environment,
explore the TIM website and learn from the many interesting videos showing technology
integration. Go to http://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/matrix.php
1. Accuracy. The resource material comes from a reliable source and is accurate,
free from error and is up-to-date.
(Based on the work of Fitzgerald, Mary Ann, Lovin, Vicky, & Branch, Robert Maribe
(2013). A Gateway to Educational Materials: An Evaluation of an Online Resource for
Teachersand an Exploration of User Behaviors, Journal of Technology and Teacher
Education. 11 (1), 21-51).
Education 4.0
Schwab described the 4th wave of the industrial revolution. The unprecedented
speed at which technology is evolving has disrupted many vital processes that involve
how we run production, business and consequently how we teach and learn. The
following Technology trends have huge potential to transform the ways we teach
and learn (UNESCO, 2018):
1. Open Educational Resources (OER). OERs are materials that can be used for
teaching and learning that do not require payment of royalties nor license fees.
There is an abundance of OERs in the form of textbooks course materials,
curriculum maps, streaming videos, multimedia apps, podcasts, and many
others. They can have a significant impact on education as they are made
available and easily accessible in the internet. Be sure to explore them to help
you work on this episode.
2. Social networks. Social networks have revolutionized the way we interact, learn
about things, and share information. Sites and apps such as Facebook, twitter,
Instagram provide a virtual venue for teachers and learners to work together
interact among themselves and with other classrooms locally and globally.
3. Mobile Technologies. Filipinos are one of the most active on the internet, and
also one who sends the most number of text messages per day. This indicates
the high number of mobile device users. These devices can be also be used as a
learning tool by allowing teachers and students more opportunities to learn inside
and even outside the classroom.
4. The Internet of Things. IoT is a system of computing mechanisms that become
built-in into many everyday things, that allow sending and receiving data through
the internet. A lot of things have turned “smart”. We have smart cars that can
navigate on its own. Smart houses that monitor temperature and light. Smart Tv’s
that interface with the internet. Watches that send our vital signs to our doctors.
All of these development can influence the way we teach and learn.
5. Artificial Intelligence. Commonly, artificial intelligence is associated when
computers or machine simulate thinking and behaviors of humans such as
talking, learning and solving problems. Virtual assistants such as Siri, Alexa,
Bixby and Google assistant are near samples of AI. Among others, uses of AI in
education can be in the areas of gamification and adaptive instruction for
learners with special needs.
6. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality. VR is a simulation of an environment
by a computer program that allows a person to visit and experience the
environment virtually. In AR, images from computer programs interlay with the
actual views of the real-world, resulting in an extended, expanded, or altered
view of a real-world environment. In education, among others, VR and AR
programs and apps allow more exciting ways of seeing and experiencing things
that add to the motivation and engagement of learners.
7. Big Data. Through the billions of interactions and transactions are done
electronically, and through the internet, an enormous amount of data is
generated and stored. The challenge is how to make sense of this data, through
analytics and research, possibly answer pertinent questions about how to make
teaching and learning most effective.
8. Coding. Coding is a skill necessary to create computer software, apps and
websites. Today, there are learning programs that introduce coding activities as
early as kindergarten. Robotics programs in the elementary and secondary
programs introduce and hone the skills of young learners. Coding helps learners
develop novel ways of exploring and trying out ideas, especially when done with
problem or project-based learning approaches.
9. Ethics and privacy protection. We have repeatedly heard about how quickly
technology is changing and impacting our lives. Through all this, it is crucial to
ensure that human values and principles govern or guide our use of technology.
Ethical practices that protect the rights of every person need to be upheld.
Massive Open On-line Courses (MOOCs) are online courses open to a big group
of people. Below are the basic information about MOOCS. Let us focus in each word:
Massive
MOOCs are on-line courses designed for large number of participants, usually
larger than the number of students that can fit a regular classroom. There can be
hundreds or even be a thousand students or more.
Open
There is mostly freedom of place, pace and time.
Courses can be accessed by anyone anywhere as long as they have internet
connection.
Courses are open to everyone without entry qualifications.
Some courses are for free.
Online
All aspects of the course are delivered online.
Course
The MOOC course offers a full course experience including;
There are many MOOC provides like Edx, Coursera, Udacity, Udemy, Iversity. You will
have a chance to explore them as you go through this Episode.
1. Visit a school’s Learning Resource Center. Look around and see what
resources and facilities are available inside.
2. Ask the Learning Resource Center in-charge about how some equipment or
facilities are used.
3. Make an inventory of its available resources and classify them according to
their characteristics and functions.
OBSERVE
As you visit and observe the Learning Resource Center, use the observation
guide provided. Ask the assistance of the Center staff courteously.
After you are through with your observation, classify the resources available that you
believe are most useful. Use the activity form provided for you.
Course/Year/School:
ICT Competency Standards for Teachers (CHED Teacher Education Programs (2017):
ANALYZE
Are the learning resources/materials arranged properly according to their functions and
characteristics?
Learners often mishandle the materials that were there in the Learning Resource
Center. I suggest that at the very start of the School year the Students should be taught
and oriented on the proper care and handling of all learning materials that are present in
the learning center.
Do the guidelines and procedures facilitate easy access to the materials by the
teachers? Why? Why not?
All the resources were properly monitored. There is a borrower slip where the
teachers who want to borrow the materials signed up indicating the date borrowed and
date to be returned. This will prevent loss of these learning materials.
REFLECT
1.Which of the materials in the Learning Resource Center caught your interest the
most? Why?
The newly installed smart TV in the learning center. The screen is big enough
and it can be connected to the computer. This is very convenient for the teachers.
Creation of visual aid can be minimized since supplementary clips are available online.
OBSERVE
As you observe the class, use the observation sheets provided for you to
document your observations.
Read the following questions and instructions carefully before you observe.
Grade/Year Level
ANALYZE
UTILIZATION OF TEACHING AIDS FORM
Used the Technology Integration Form to analyze the class you observed. Refer to the
Technology Integration Matrix on p. 123, In which level of technology integration do you
think the teacher you observed operated? Why?
- The teacher has no specific nor focused on one technology integration used.
She sometimes used the adaptation level where the teacher facilitates the
student exploration and independent use of technology tools and sometimes
she provides the learning context and let the students choose the technology
tools.
Based on the Technology Integration Matrix, what is the characteristics of the learning
environment in the class that you observed? Point your observations that justify your
answer.
- There is a conducive learning environment in the class because the teacher is
very approachable and she is very flexible in giving her assistance to the
students according to their needs in relation to the subject matter.
REFLECT
1.Put yourself in the place of the teacher. What would you do similarly and what would
you do differently if you would teach the same lesson to the same group of students?
Why?
OBSERVE
ANALYZE
Analyzing the information that you got from observing the class, surf the internet
to select electronic resources, including OERs, social networking sites, and apps with
virtual or augmented reality that will be useful in teaching the same lesson. Evaluate the
resources you found, using the set off criteria discussed in the Revisit the Learning
Essentials part of this Episode. Use the form below to note your analysis and
evaluation.
Lesson Objectives/Learning
Outcomes
Name Describe the electronic
and Type resource (include Put a check if the source satisfies the Describe how you
of author/publisher/source criterion. can use it if you
Electronic ) were to teach in the
Resource class you observed
REFLECT
1. Describe your experience in surfing the internet for appropriate electronic resources
for the class? What made it easy? Difficult?
It is very informative and all information you want to know are very easy but the
only problem is the internet connections and the power supply. If no power we cannot
have an access to the internet
2. How did you choose which electronic resources to include here? What did you
consider? Explain. Which of the new trends in Education 4.0 would you like to explore
more for your work as a teacher? Why
I chose the one that is most useful to teaching because this is very helpful to the
students to attain the desired objectives on the lesson.
3. Reflect on your technology skills. What skills do you already have, and what skills
would you continue to work on to be better at utilizing education 4.0 resources?
It is very helpful and I believe this is one of the tools for the teacher to attain the
desired objectives of the lesson. Being flexible to the students and to understand their
individual needs according to their level of understanding in order to attain the desired
objectives.
OBSERVE
Step 1: Review the seven domains of PPST and identify competencies I like to
develop more.
Step 2: Visit sites of MOOC providers and explore the courses offered that are
relevant to PPST domains I want to work on.
Step 3: Reflect on how I can continue developing my skills through MOOCS.
OBSERVE
http://www.teachthought.com/technology/list-75-moocs-teachers-students/
http://www.educationalworld.com/a_curr/moocs-best-teachers-free-online-
courses.shtml
http://www.forbes.com/sites/skollworldforum/2013/06/10/moocs-for-teachers-
theyrelearners-too/
http://www.mooc-list.com/categories/teacher-professional-development
http://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2013/04/30/new-online-teacher-training-program-
joins-mooc-madness/
4. Indicate the MOOC provider. You might need to create an account in the different
MOOC providers to explore their MOOCs.
PPST Domain Competencies I want MOOCs related to the MOOC Provider
to work on competencies
(Include a short
description)
1. Content Knowledge Improve classroom Effective classroom Coursera
and Pedagogy communication and communication
strategies strategies
2. The Learning Working on both social Learning activities and coursera
Environment and physical high standard of
environment learning
3. Diversity of Learners Flexible and understand Diverse and variety of coursera
the various types of set of learning activities
learners
4. Curriculum and Working in an Teaching learning coursera
Planning environment with high approaches
learning standard
outcome
5. Assessing and I would like to work on Teaching learning coursera
Reporting incorporating formative activities
assessment procedures
6. Community Linkages I want to work on Attainment of curricular
and Professional improving the activities edx
Engagement relationship between the
school and community
7. Personal Growth and I want to work on time Time and stress udemy
ANALYZE
From among the MOOCs you explored, pick at least three which you believed
are the most appropriate for you. Describe the MOOCs below.
Provider:
Content Outline
Provider:
Content Outline
Provider:
Content Outline
REFLECT
1.How can MOOCs help you in your future career as a professional teacher and as a
lifelong learner?
Very helpful in my everyday live. It is very informative, hassle free and very
accessible to all.
2. What did you learn from the way the providers use technology to teach in the
MOOCs?
Users friendly, easy to access and informative
3.How will you prepare yourself for MOOCS, as a learner, and as a teacher who may
someday teach a MOOC?
As learners I need to enroll and read books or search on the internet relevant to
the subject. As teacher I need to know what I wanted to and organize it according to my
needs.
1.Include here pictures/illustration of the materials used by the teacher. Put your
comments/annotations about what you observed.
3.Visit www.edudemic.com/50-educationtechnology-tools-every-teacher-should-know-
about/
Explore and enjoy the fantastic education tools. Try them out. Describe what you
discovered and share how these tools can be helpful to you, as a teacher.
4.Visit edtechteacher.org. This a treasure box for you. Explore and share what you
learned.