GP - Unit one -digital context Internet .pptx

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1. DIGITAL FUTURES & THE INTERNET Outcome : Design a school for the future based on internet & other digital technologies

2. Introduction KWL organizer Skills to be developed through global issue: Critical thinking Research Reflection Communication

3. The digital divide : let’s think together on the following topics … -Does everyone get access to the internet? -What is the cause of digital divide? -What is the potential impact of the digital divide? The Digital Divide

4. The Digital Divide Watch TED Talk on digital divide: Let’s bridge the digital divide by Aleph Molinari TEDXSanMigueldeAllende

5. The Digital Divide ACTIVITY IN GROUPS -What is the issue? Make sure you identify the main issue of the TED Talk.   -Is the issue dealt from a global; national; local; or personal perspective? Why?   -What is digital divide? Why do you think it happens? Explain providing reasons.   -What are the consequences of being “technologically excluded”?   -Aleph Molinari states that the Internet should be a right not a luxury. Do you agree with the speakers’ opinion? Yes/No. Why?  

6. The Digital Divide -What does Aleph Molinari propose? As a group, do you agree with the speakers’ proposal? Do you consider it as valid and good? Yes/No. Why? If members of the group have different opinions, make sure to explain and provide detail for each member’s perspective.   -Did you enjoy the TED Talk? Did you find it interesting? Yes/No. Why?

7. The Digital Divide In addition, each group will prepare a short creative presentation for the class summarizing the TED talk. Make sure you engage with your audience, you have to “sell” your presentation, and be able to communicate your ideas and thoughts on the issue. Be convincing and passionate about your presentation! You may create a poster; invent an interview with Aleph Molinari; imagine a TV or radio programme; write a letter to a governmental officer presenting Aleph’s ideas; write a poem; write an newspaper article or opinion; etc.

8. The Digital Divide REFLECTION BOX : Individually reflect on your contribution to the group. (a) Was I able to provide a valuable contribution to my group? Yes/No. Explain how and why.   (b) What and how can I improve for next time? Explain and propose actions.   (c) Have my thoughts changed or have been affected by the perspectives of the rest of the team members?   (d) How did we work as a group? Did everybody contribute to the work? Did we respect each other’s views and opinions? Did we struggle in any area? Explain.

9. -Read article “ Inequality caused by the digital divide ” ( Activity 1.13 included in workbook). -In groups, identify the issue, the perspective, and the consequences. You can use the Glossary Section included in your workbook to do this activity. The Digital Divide

10. - Read article “ The Digital Divide is happening here ” ( Activity 1.14 included in workbook). -In groups, answer the following questions: Is the issue of digital divide being considered from a global or national perspective? What are the causes of digital divide according to the article? What are the consequences of the issues? What evidence is used to support the arguments made? The Digital Divide

11.   1. After reading the article “ Brecha Digital. Conectados versus desconectados, la peor grieta ” by Carlos M. Reymundo Roberts published in La Nación newspaper last Sunday, March 25, 2018, in your designated group discuss and answer the following questions (each group will have to hand in one written response ):   What is the issue ?   Is the issue dealt from a global; national; local; or personal perspective ? Why? In your opinion, what is the main idea of the article?     The Digital Divide

12.       The Digital Divide       Do you as a group agree with Mr. Hofman’s statements? Yes/No. Why? If members of the group have different opinions make sure to provide all of them providing reasons for each perspective.   Did you enjoy the newspaper article? Did you find it interesting? Yes/No. Why?

13. Short written survey (activity #1) Discussion on results of survey Presentation of results of survey (line, graphs, diagrams, etc.) Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

14. Key questions for discussion: .What are the main uses of the internet? .Are learners using the internet more? .Is the internet usage likely to grow? .What are the main benefits of the internet? .Why is internet usage growing so fast? Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

15. Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

16. Activity in groups : analyze sources and statistical data about the growth of the internet worldwide. Teacher provides sources of statistics on internet growth and students in group summarize trends in internet usage using graphs and diagrams to make their presentation. Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

17. The way people relate to technology will shape their professional opportunities, their relationship to authority, and the way they interact with one another. Do you agree with this statement? Yes/No. Why? Provide a written response with arguments and a conclusion. Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

18. Read and analyze article "Forget digital natives. Here’s how kids are really using the internet ” by Alexandra Samuel. Activity in groups on the article provided in workbook. Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

19. - Watch TED Talk “ Reasons to stop apologizing for your online life ” TED x Victoria Talk of Alexandra Samuel Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

20. After watching the TED Talk reflect individually: Have your views changed? Yes/No. Why? Do you think the author’s views are biased? Yes/No. Why? Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

21. Reflection: students identify aspects of digital technology that they would like to know more about and explore further. Why are digital technologies like the internet growing so rapidly?

22. How is the internet affecting our lives? Watch TED TALK: Connected, but alone? Sherry Turkle

23. How is the internet affecting our lives? TED TALK – Connected, but alone?   1. QUESTIONS IN GROUPS 2. PRESENTATION TO THE CLASS IN GROUPS (RADIO PROGRAMME) 3. WRITE A LETTER. INDIVIDUALLY 4. REFLECTION BOX. INDIVIDUALLY

24. How is the internet affecting our lives? Analysis of newspaper source (“My 250 Texts a Day”) In groups answer the questions provided (activity in workbook) Class discussion on the answers

25. Complete the think-puzzle-explore form individually. Visit the following websites exploring digital futures: www.digitaltrends.com Sarah Houghton’s blog (top tech trends) What is the future of digital technology?

26. Watch You tube videos: 7 amazing technologies we’ll see by 2030 (Tech Insider) Digital transformation: are you ready for exponential change? (Futurist Gerd Leonhard) What is the future of digital technology?

27. -In pairs discuss the videos your have watched and: Analyze trends in the developing of digital technologies. Identify global or local problems that might emerge as a result of the development of technology. What is the future of digital technology?

28. -Read newspaper article “2015 challenges: how can technology and innovation be a force for good?” The Guardian (Holly Young) Do you agree with the author’s views? Yes/No. Why? Explain. What is the future of digital technology?

29. Tuesday April 4, 2018: At San Felipe: Talk by Software Engineer Carlos Latugaye on AI. Artificial Intelligence (AI)

30. Reflection Box. Individual work. Did you enjoy Mr. Latugaye’s talk on AI? Yes/No. Why? Explain. Do you agree on the speaker’s views on the future of AI? Yes/No. Why? Explain. What do you think about the speaker’s career path? Did you find it interesting? Yes/No. Why? Artificial Intelligence (AI)

31. 4. Engineer Latugaye spoke about challenges and lessons learned and highlighted several issues. Can you explain what he meant when he stated that “ the world is flat ”? Do you agree with this statement? Yes/No. Why? Explain 5. Can I make any connections between the AI talk and my future career plans? Was the talk useful to explore new ideas and feelings on my future? Yes/No. Why? Artificial Intelligence (AI)

32. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bonus Track One Book: The Pragmatic Programmer One Article:  Why Software Is Eating The World  by Marc Andreessen One Talk:  Johnson Fung: Le Petit Prince Self Learning: Acámica , Programá tu Futuro

33. Artificial Intelligence (AI) We watch a Ted Talk: Johnson Fung: Le Petit Prince

34. Netflix Movie if you are interested on learning more about AlphaGo AlphaGo 2017 Seemingly simple but deceptively complex, the game of "Go" serves as the backdrop for this battle between artificial intelligence and man. Documentaries Director: Greg Kohs Artificial Intelligence (AI)

35. ROBOTS. ETHICS. Watch Ted Talk: The kill decision shouldn’t belong to a robot . Daniel Suarez. Ted Global 2013 Machine intelligence makes human morals more important . Zeynep Tufekci . 2016 Artificial Intelligence (AI)

36. ROBOTS. ETHICS.   In your designated groups provide answers to the questions below.   a) Provide a short definition of ethics. (Use a dictionary)   b) Provide a short definition of algorithms. (Use a dictionary)   c) Do you think robots can have ethics? Why? (Answer the question without doing any research).   d) Carry out research and answer again…. Can robots have ethics? Yes/No. Why?   e) Prepare a short creative presentation to share your findings with the class.   Artificial Intelligence (AI)

37. ROBOTS. ETHICS.   Robots: can they take jobs away from humans? Discuss. Ted Talk: The jobs we’ll lose to machines and the ones we won't. Anthony Goldbloom . Artificial Intelligence (AI)

38. Artificial Intelligence (AI)     GROUP WORK: Work in groups analysing, discussing and answering the questions provided. 2. Time: you will have ____ minutes to work and answer the questions and ____ minutes to provide a short presentation to the class.   3. In your group you will have different roles:   Timekeeper : the youngest member of your group will be responsible for the wise use of time avoiding any distractions. Spokesman/Spokeswoman : the eldest member of your group will be the spokesman or spokeswoman of the team in the oral presentation. Note taker : the third member of your group will be a note taker of your ideas, opinions, value judgments and predictions.  

39. Artificial Intelligence (AI)     GROUP WORK: Work in groups analysing, discussing and answering the questions provided. 2. Time: you will have ____ minutes to work and answer the questions and ____ minutes to provide a short presentation to the class.   3. In your group you will have different roles:   Timekeeper : the youngest member of your group will be responsible for the wise use of time avoiding any distractions. Spokesman/Spokeswoman : the eldest member of your group will be the spokesman or spokeswoman of the team in the oral presentation. Note taker : the third member of your group will be a note taker of your ideas, opinions, value judgments and predictions.  

40. Facebook in China : Current situation and possible future developments. Explore blogs and online articles to research Chinese government approach to Facebook and social media. Is the Chinese government right to block social networking sites? Yes/No. Why? Are social networks antisocial?

41. -Criteria of Credibility Workbook or RAVEN to be used. Include RAVEN in Key Terms. -While doing your research think of freedom of speech and global governance of social networking. -Think critically of the positive and negative implications of social networks. Are social networks antisocial?

42. -In groups research one of the following problems and prepare a presentation on the issues to include an indication of how widespread the problem is. Identity theft Bullying Stalking Trolling Flash mobbing Individual privacy vs. commercial gain/exploitation Supporting social movements Problems associated with social networks

43. - Are this problems on a global scale? Or are they local? Judge the credibility of the internet sources – RAVEN Put yourself in others shoes – seeing other arguments. Empathy Problems associated with social networks

44. In groups research one of the following topics and prepare a presentation. Information sharing for emergency response (e.g. pinpointing earthquakes or hurricanes) Flash mobbing Charitable giving Economic opportunities (e.g. marketing) Supporting social movement Increase awareness/democratic participation Advantages of social networks

45. -Evaluate your results -Research skills – judge the credibility of resources – RAVEN - Make a judgment call on whether the problems overweigh the usefulness of social networking sites. Write a report. Advantages of social networks

46. MOTION for DEBATE: Social networks prevent real and genuine communication -In class and in your groups read and analyze “ DEBATING. A brief Introduction for Beginners ”. -We will have a formal debate following the rules and instructions provided in the DEBATING booklet. -Your work in the debate will be graded individually. Debate

47. -Formal Debate: The class is divided in two groups, one to prepare speeches outlining the advantages of social networks and the other speeches regarding the problems of social networks. - Each group is organized into a variety of roles for the debate and research prior to writing the speeches for each side. - Those not speaking, should prepare and ask questions, note main arguments of each side and eventually vote. Debate

48. -Debate is held and vote taken. The main outcome is noted. - Speeches could be video- taped to review and analyze later. Peer assessment. Debate

49. May 22, 2018 Talk by Flor Cohelo on Data Journalism (La Nación Newspaper) Information and Technology – Data Journalism

50. Talk by Flor Cohelo - Data Journalism   REFLECTION. INDIVIDUALLY : Write three things you want to remember or found interesting.   Information and Technology – Data Journalism

51. Bonus Track   http://blogs.lanacion.com.ar/projects http://blogs.lanacion.com.ar/projects/data/the-death-of-a-prosecutor-4000-audio-hearings-2-years-and-a-team http://blogs.lanacion.com.ar/projects/data/mapping-prosecutor-nisman-phone-interceptions Information and Technology – Data Journalism

52. FINAL PROJECT Students in their designated groups will prepare a presentation (power point, video, etc. BE CREATIVE!) on the design of a school for the future. What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

53. Students will first conduct research on different visions of the future of schools on the internet. In designing the school of the future, students should consider internet and related digital technologies. In addition, students must think on: knowledge, skills, attitudes and values, character and personal qualities that are necessary. What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

54. 4. In your presentations provide an outline of a school for the future and consider the following aspects: . Buildings, facilities and resources . Learning inside the school, at home and in wider community . Staff needed, teachers, technicians, others . Ways to develop skills for students . Subjects or knowledge learners should take . How learners might develop personal qualities and character What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

55. - In your presentations you can use plans, pictures, diagrams. Be creative! - Create a name and design a logo that represents the character of the school. What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

56. The outcomes will be presented to the class and will be marked by the teacher. What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

57. Future Learning - Mini Documentary (GOOD) You Tube video What will be the impact of the internet and digital technologies on learning and education?

58. Google Images – schools of the future Google Images – classroom of the future www.thegrammaticus.org Vimeo and YouTube are also source of material for schools of the future The Guardian (schools of the future) Technology in the classroom: the school of the future by Jacqui Murray Business Insider: Google’s top education expert predicts what schools will look like in 50 years by Chris Weller. Impact of the internet and digital technologies on education - Resources

59. Students make an entry into their KWL organizer (what I’ve learnt column). In addition, students reflect on how the research has changed or reinforced their views on digital technologies and the future. REFLECTION

60. Students write an Essay to show their own ideas, perspectives and thoughts reflecting on how the research has changed or reinforced their views on digital technologies and the future. Show you can be a critical thinker! ESSAY

61. Length: between 600 and 900 words. Provide a first draft and then a final version. ESSAY: “Given the risks it presents, internet should be banned from school” ESSAY

62. THE END OF PROJECT 1