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LEARNING UNIT 5: INTEGRATED AND INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING PRACTICES5.1 OVERVIEW
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In learning unit 2, we explored various concepts relating to a professional teacher and discussed attributes and challenges teachers may face. W
teaching and learning strategies in order to help you meet the requirements associated with different curricula were discussed in learning unit 4. In t
teaching and learning practices. Technology provides a variety of tools to enhance teaching and learning. It is now up to the commitment and t
available. Technology offers a variety of tools to improve the quality of teaching and learning in your classroom. Research informs us that techn
facilitate learning. Technology has great power to influence their teaching, make teaching fun and bring even the shy and quiet learners to life. It h
access to support learning (Granberg, 2000).
We are all aware that UNISA students for example, are dispersed all over the country, and even the world over. It is difficult to meet students scattere
their learning process is through the use of video-conferencing. We use this technology to bring students together at different centres around t
understand. Using this technology may improve the quality of class discussions and help students to participate fully in their learning process.
Furthermore, children of today grow up in a digital environment where a variety of technologies are used in their homes. They grow up in a home en
play stations for TV games, controlling a remote to switch on/off a TV, a microwave, a toaster and many more. For example, it is no longer uncom
talking on a phone, or to try to change pictures in magazine in the same way they would on a tablet. So, the current teacher training needs to prepar
use of any form of technology. For example, a 3-year old boy won a DJ’ing competition in Gauteng to prove that South Africa has talent. This child
music which is appreciated by many people. He convinced the judges and beat a number of experienced DJs.
The pictures below are an indication of the type of learners you will meet by the time you qualify as a professional teacher. Be ready!
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A 3-Year-Old Just Won SA's Got Talent
THE STRUCTURE OF LEARNING UNIT 5
5.2 APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING
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The growing use of technology in the classroom is gradually transforming the dynamics of the teaching and learning process (Shah, 2013). Altho
instead believe it makes teaching interesting, fun and a classroom a nice place to be. As technology is growing faster and stronger, it provides
Information and knowledge is made instantly available, communication and exchange of ideas are easily accessible. It is my view that teachers as c
by introducing a variety of technologies across the curriculum and in their teaching and learning.
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Using a variety of technologies in the classroom can actually change the way in which learners and teachers engage with information and co-crea
burden of finding information for learners. Instead, learners have the opportunity to research and find up-to-date information themselves. Hussaine
and learning, for the better.
However, using technology in schools, requires a reliable system for effective use in the classroom in particular. Teaching and learning become
available to all learners. This includes:
Internet
World Wide Web (www)
computers
Tele/Video conferencing
Television (TV)
Electronic mails (e-mails)
Compact Discs (CDs)
Flipped Classroom
Whiteboards
Other devices: Tablets, Any other Mobile devices.
Using devices appropriately in the classroom can play a constructive role and bring excitement and meaning into the teaching and learning process.
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How to Teach to Different Learning Styles: Auditory Learners for ex
ACTIVITY 5.1
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PLEASE NOTE:
1. THIS ACTIVITITY IS CONDUCTED IN THREE STAGES. FOLLOW THE STAGES
INDICATED BELOW TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE TOPIC UNDER DISCUSSION.
2. KINDLY POST YOUR RESPONSES FOR THIS ACTIVITY IN YOUR BLOG. POSTING
YOUR RESPONSES IN YOUR BLOG WILL GIVE YOU 5% OF YOUR OVERALL
ASSIGNMENT MARK
3. AT LEAST FOUR MEMBERS IN YOUR GROUP SHOULD COMMENT ON YOUR
POSTING.
STAGE 1: Pre-Reading
1. Spend at least five minutes brainstorming what you think about the innovative ways of teaching you plan to bring in your classrooms. On the basis
answer.
STAGE 2: Reading:
Do an internet search for 2 (two) articles about “Relevant Technologies for teaching and Learning”. Review the articles and highlight some important
Write down some notes and comments you will need to use for your participation in your BLOG later.
Pay particular attention to ideas that provide answers to the questions you raised previously, or ideas that raised issues you had not thought ab
Do an internet search and look for a short article that can provide you with information about devices that you think you can use in your classroom in
How Technology can transform my teaching: http://learningandsharingwithmsl.blogspot.com/2013/06/how-is-technology-transforming-my.html
Born to learn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=falHoOEUFz0
New ways of teaching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=075aWDdZUlM
STAGE 3: Post Video watching and Reading
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