Tech Tools- Instructional vs. Learning
Technology can be both an instructional tool and a learning tool in the classroom. According to Orey (2015I), technology can be used as an instructional tool when it is used to present information, while technology as a learning tool is focused on getting your students to use the technology to become active learners. This idea… Continue reading Tech Tools- Instructional vs. Learning
Constructivist Learning Theory, Teaching, and Learning & The Genius Hour
Constructivist learning theories strategies and technology tools all go hand in hand. In this week’s discussion, the video I found stated that constructivism is the approach that states that people construct knowledge through their experiences and interactions with the world (“Constructivism: Overview & practical teaching examples – video & lesson transcript,” 2003). The constructivist approach… Continue reading Constructivist Learning Theory, Teaching, and Learning & The Genius Hour
Technology Toolbox for Differentiatio
Technology tools help teachers differentiate in many ways. Many tools help to differentiate the instructional aspect of learning to ensure students are learning the correct content at the appropriate level. Others differentiate the process for the way to keep your students engaged in their learning while the teaching is being done. The last part if… Continue reading Technology Toolbox for Differentiatio
Cognitivism and Virtual Field Trips
Cognitivism is a learning theory that focuses on how information is received, organized, stored, and retrieved by the mind according to the video I posted, “Use a Learning Theory: Cognitivism” (2013). My class took a virtual field trip to visit the Grand Canyon. Cognitivism helped me figure out the best way for my students… Continue reading Cognitivism and Virtual Field Trips
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