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1. Role of Technology and Media in Education *Introduction to educational media and technology * Learning Styles INTRODUCTION AND DEFINTION OF TERMS

2. Technology This is the term that most people use to describe gadgets, instrument machines and devices. However, most educators believe that technology means computers “Technology… is not a collection of things and devices but a way of acting” ( Muffoletta , 1994, as cited in Roblyer , p.6)

3. A Definition of Educational Technology Educational Technology is a combination of the processes and tools involved in addressing educational needs and problems, with an emphasis on applying the most current tools: computers and their related technologies ( Roblyer , 2003, p.6) The “application of technological processes and tools which can be used to solve problems of instruction and learning” ( Seels and Richey, 1994, p.4)

4. Educational Media Channels of communication that carry messages with an instructional purpose The different ways and means by which information can be delivered or experienced by a learner

5. Why use Technology in Education? Motivation Unique Instructional capabilities Support for new instructional approaches Increased teacher productivity Skills for the information age

6. Motivation Gaining the attention of learners Engaging students through production work Increasing perceptions of control

7. Unique Instructional Capabilities Providing learner access to education and information sources Helping learners visualize problems and solutions. Tracking learner progress. Linking learners to learning tools.

8. Support for New Instructional Approaches Cooperative learning Shared intelligence Problem solving and higher level skills

9. Increased Teacher Productivity Freeing time to work with students by helping with production and record keeping tasks. Providing accurate information quickly. Allow teachers to produce better looking student friendly teaching materials

10. LEARNING STYLES

11. Learning Styles Many people recognize that each person prefers different learning styles and techniques. Learning styles group common ways that people learn. Everyone has a mix of learning styles.

12. The Seven Learning Styles Visual (spatial): You prefer using pictures, images, and spatial understanding. Aural (auditory-musical): You prefer using sound and music. Verbal (linguistic): You prefer using words, both in speech and writing. Physical (kinesthetic): You prefer using your body, hands and sense of touch. Logical (mathematical): You prefer using logic, reasoning and systems. Social (interpersonal): You prefer to learn in groups or with other people. Solitary (intrapersonal): You prefer to work alone and use self-study

13. Why understand learning styles? Your preferred styles guide the way you learn. They also change the way you internally represent experiences, the way you recall information, and even the words you choose.

14. Why understand learning styles? Research shows us that each learning style uses different parts of the brain. By involving more of the brain during learning, we remember more of what we learn. Researchers using brain-imaging technologies have been able to find out the key areas of the brain responsible for each learning style.

15. Role of Media and Technology in Education   ICT Basics and the implications of ICT on classroom instruction and management Issues in media and technology

16. Definition of ICT ICT is short for "Information and Communication Technologies." It is similar to IT (Information Technology), but focuses more on telecommunications mediums, such as the Internet , cell phone networks, and satellite technology. Modern forms of ICT have made it possible for users across the world to communicate with each other in real-time on a regular basis. Examples include instant messaging , video-conferencing, online multiplayer gaming, and social networking websites.

17. Basics of ICT Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) education is basically our society’s efforts to teach its current and emerging citizens valuable knowledge and skills around computing and communications devices, software that operates them, applications that run on them and systems that are built with them.

18. Basics of ICT ICT is complex and quickly changing, and it is confusing for many people. It is so pervasive in the modern world that everyone has some understanding of it, but those understandings are often wildly divergent. Knowledge of and ability to use ICT has become necessary in order to effectively execute daily tasks in our profession.

19. Effect of ICT in schools A study was done in Finland to investigate the effects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on school from teachers’ and students’ perspectives. The focus was on three main subject matters: on ICT use and competence, on teacher and school community, and on learning environment and teaching practices. As a result, we briefly look at these areas of the study.

20. ICT in Schools (A Study) The results indicate that the technical resources for using ICT both at school and at homes are very good. In general, students are capable and motivated users of new technology; these skills and attitudes are mainly based on home resources and leisure-time use. DO YOU THINK THIS IS THE SAME IN JAMAICA? WHY OR WHY NOT?

21. ICT in Schools (A Study) Students have the skills to use new kinds of applications and new forms of technology, and their ICT skills are wide, although not necessarily adequate; the working habits might be ineffective and even wrong. With this in mind, it has become important to integrate ICT in teaching and learning to harness these skills and to develop good working habits among students.

22. ICT in Schools (A Study) There is a generation gap in ICT use and competence between teachers and students. This is apparent especially in the ICT-related pedagogical practices in the majority of schools. The new digital affordances not only replace some previous practices; the new functionalities change many of our existing conceptions, values, attitudes and practices.

23. ICT in Schools (A Study) The very different conceptions that generations have about technology leads, in the worst case, to a digital gap in education ; the technology used in school is boring and ineffective compared to the ICT use outside school, and it does not provide the competence needed for using advanced technology in learning. IS IT THE SAME IN JAMAICA? HOW CAN WE FIX THIS PROBLEM? (see underlined)

24. ICT in Schools (A Study) The results indicate that in schools which have special ICT projects (“ICT pilot schools”) for improving pedagogy, these have led to true changes in teaching practices. Many teachers adopted student- centred and collaborative, inquiry-oriented teaching practices as well as practices that supported students' authentic activities, independent work, knowledge building, and students' responsibility.

25. ICT in Schools (A Study) This is, indeed, strongly dependent on the ICT-related pedagogical competence of the teacher. However, the daily practices of some teachers still reflected a rather traditional teacher- centred approach. As a matter of fact, very few teachers ever represented solely, e.g. the knowledge building approach; teachers used various approaches or mixed them, based on the situation, teaching and learning goals, and on their pedagogical and technical competence.

26. ICT in Schools – Activity A. In reflecting on our system in Jamaica, name three (3) factors that can be a deterrent to the integrating of ICT in the classroom instruction and management. B. Please find a research similar to this one that relates to the Caribbean or Jamaica and copy the link. In the space provided on OurVLE , please state these factors and post the link found.

27. Issues in Media and Technology Although integrating ICT and other technologies have shown significant benefits there are a few pitfalls. These pitfalls vary, but are the main reasons why some educators opt not to implement these tools and strategies in their classrooms.

28. Issues in Media and Technology The appropriate resources may not be available for use or may not be sufficient to be utilised by all educators. Some educators may not have the requisite skills to utilise the available resources. Utilising these resources can be time consuming to implement or integrate in a lesson or activity.

29. Issues in Media and Technology Individuals may not use materials properly and abuse of rights may occur ( eg . See Copyright and Fair Use) These resources can be quite expensive to obtain and use. WHAT ARE SOME OTHER ISSUES THAT YOU ARE AWARE OF?

30. References Definition of ICT retrieved from http://pc.net/glossary/definition/ict What is ICT and Why is it important? retrieved from http://www.mpict.org/ict_education_defined_importance.html Lisa, Ilomaki . The effects of ICT on school: teachers’ and students’ perspectives retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/09a6/2d0c51d773656626d90122a5601e5003050b.pdf

31. References Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching by Roblyer Chapter 1, p.5-28. Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning by Timothy J. Newby et al. Learning Styles retrieved from http://www.learning-styles-online.com/overview/ Learning Styles and Preferences retrieved from http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/hrd/styles.html