Incorporating Technology Into Schools - part 1.pdf

Unlocking Potential: How Technology Can Transform Education

In today's session, we'll explore the exciting possibilities of integrating technology into schools. We'll discuss the relevance of innovative technology in education, delve into the benefits of blended learning approaches, and examine the role of IT instruction tools. We'll also explore the desired future achievements for technology in schools, painting a picture of a more engaging and effective learning environment.

Looking Ahead:
This is part 1 of our presentation series. In part 2 (available as "Incorporating technology in schools - part 1.pdf"), we'll take a deep dive into the specific strategies and implementations used by the Rwandan Ministry of Education to address technology integration within their schools.

By exploring these topics and the Rwandan example, we can gain valuable insights into how technology can unlock student potential and transform the learning landscape.

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Kampala International School
03/07/2024
Theme: Creating Tomorrow's
Classrooms - Sustainable School
Design for East Africa
INCORPORATING
TECHNOLOGY
INTO SCHOOLS

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ABOUT US
Kalema Edgar
12+ years of work experience
Enterprise Systems Architect & Senior Software
Engineer
Author – More Than A Click
Tutor – ISBAT University & Refactory
Mentor
Blogger - kalemaedgar.medium.com
Agile Practitioner & Coach
Amazon Web Services Cloud Certified
Manchester United + Uganda Cranes supporter
Eng. Emmanuel Nsengiyumva
•School Construction Specialist – Ministry of Education,
Rwanda
•Senior Education Infrastructure Engineer - Ministry of
Education
•Director of School Infrastructure, norms and Standards -
Ministry of Education, Rwanda
•Lecturer in Civil Engineering – Rwanda Polytechnic
•Msc in Structural Engineering
•Civil Engineer

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WHERE WE COME FROM

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WHAT WE WILL
LOOK AT
Relevance of innovative technology
-Innovative Technology
-Blended Learning
-IT Instruction tools
-Desired Future Achievements
•Highlight examples
•Discuss strategies we could use

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More broadly, a simple definition of technology
is the application of ‘things’ (often knowledge)
that cause change.

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WHAT DOES THIS
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•Add some form of technology into our teaching
practice
•Fully embrace digital & offer new ways of
delivery or even new educational content
•Simple as a projector for presentations + video
OR an app-based assessment tool
•Research shows (below)
•Technology increases student engagement
•Teachers are encouraged to explore new
approaches to pedagogy

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Why Is Tech In the Classroom Important

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Why Is Tech In
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Technology is simply a
tool, not a replacement
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These technologies empower you to provide more personalized support, create dynamic
learning environments, and better understand the progress of individual students.
The one to suffer; is the one who fails to understand, adopt and use technology in their lives

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Case Study - Duolingo App
Equal Access to Education to everyone
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~2B people learning a foreign language

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Q & A
Feedback
SPEAKERS
❑Kalema Edgar – Enterprise Systems
Architect
❑Emmanuel Nsengiyumva – School
Construction Specialist (Min. Of Rwanda)