-
Post 5: POD 8 Review + Feedback
Hey Pod 8, I have to admit, reading through your learning resource was a real pleasure. Your learning resource design for “The Journey to Understanding Finances” is well-defined and addresses a significant need for financial literacy among high school students. You’ve effectively explained your topic’s relevance and urgency by citing statistics about student loan and…
-
Post 4: Technology in Learning
What impact does technology have on learning? Technology is continuously developing, and this applies to the realm of education as well. Various contemporary patterns in educational technology are influencing the methods of student learning and teacher instruction. This advancement of technology has transformed the way education is approached, enhancing accessibility, interactivity, and engagement in the…
-
Responding to @ QI0701 Post 2:
I really admire the idea of experiential learning that you discussed in your blog. It emphasizes active participation and reflection, which truly engages students in the learning process. I completely agree that connecting theory with practice enhances learning, making it more effective and memorable. The approach you used in your blueprints is great! Using real-world…
-
Responding to @ YYQ09 Post 3 :
I read your blog post, and I think your approach to using educational websites like YouTube, Duolingo, and Kahoot is really cool! It’s great that learners can complete the activities at home, especially in unpredictable situations like the COVID-19 pandemic. I totally get your concern about the challenges learners might face with Kahoot and Duolingo.…
-
Responding to @MADDYLINDBERG Post 4:
I really enjoyed your blog post! You’re absolutely right about the importance of interactions in online courses. These interactions are vital for fostering engagement, deeper learning, and creating a sense of community in online courses. Whether it’s a synchronous or asynchronous course, interactions are key to making the learning experience better. I also think both…
-
Blog Post 3: Adapting Learning for Unexpected Events
In times of unexpected events like a pandemic, the integration of social media into education becomes even more crucial to support students during remote learning. Social media platforms provide accessible and familiar tools for communication and engagement, thereby enhancing the overall learning experience. Educators can utilize social media to connect with students, share information, and…
-
Blog Post #2
In this Blog Post, I’ll discuss how inquiry-based learning relates to our team’s chosen topic, “How to use social media in the classroom effectively.” Inquiry-based learning is a student-centered approach that fosters curiosity and critical thinking. It encourages students to ask questions, research, and actively explore topics. When we incorporate social media in the classroom,…
-
Post 1 : Learning, Motivation and Theory
Share a story about how you overcame a learning challenge. Why was it a challenge? What strategies did you use? Use the language you learned in this unit I completed high school in Tanzania, following the British curriculum, which involved four major international examinations: CIE checkpoints in year 9, IGCSE in year 11, AS-Level in…
-
Karen’s Intro ! (P.s where’s your manager @?)
Hi everyone, I’m Karen Olotu, I’m a 2nd year international student from Tanzania studying computer science. Studying computer science can get a little frustrating ngl but we still grindin’. I have always enjoyed problem-solving subjects more than writing and so throughout high school I took subjects like math, physics, and computer science. I am currently in…