ICTs and Pedagogy: How and Why?
Requirement of the Course and Curriculum
Required for EDC 3100
Fulfills QCT Teaching Standards
Differentiated learning
Cross curricular priority of ACARA
Integration vs add on
Learning objectives obtained
Engagement
digital natives
extends learning
fosters creativity
technology is always improving
Stimulus for ideas
Source of information
Access to www. knowledge base
online resources
assessment tools
Communication with parents
Communication with students
Communication with online professionals
organise ideas
effective use of time
Overcoming Challenges
Can be expensive to maintain
free online web 2.0 tools
replaces textbook expense
Investing in future learners
Teachers can be reluctant to change
Changing times changing mindset
Socially constructed learning
Interaction
connectivism
Teaching and Learning Skills
Self directed learning
teacher can focus on teaching
prepares students with 21st century skills
critical analysis skills
Problem solving skill