I have to start by saying that this project was somewhat difficult. There is so many directions that I could have taken the infographic to create a "Big Picture" representation of the role that technology is and can have in the classroom. I began by going back to knowledge that I have previously gained in a previous course of TPACK. I wanted to create a model that incorporated technology, content, and pedagogical knowledge. The TPACK models illustrates how technology is a key component in creating learning opportunities for our students. Without content and pedagogical knowledge, technology acts as only a substitute.
The second part of the infographic highlights many of the common uses that we utilize in the classroom, helping to adapt to individual learner needs. I wasn't able to include all of the applications that I find valuable because I wanted to keep the image to one page. I often find if images get to comprehensive interest and meaning can get lost. Even with that in mind, i feel like i included too much information in such a format. We all love apps. and software but do we really think about all of the infrastructure that is needed to support apps., devices, and internet accessibility for all learners? I know that I have not and have taken for granted the limited access that some of our students have during these trying times. This is an important aspect of being digital change agents, trying to understand the restraints that our districts may have!!
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AuthorI currently teach 5th grade and am working on completing my Masters in Educational Technology. Archives
April 2020
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