EdTech: Teaching, Learning & ICT Policies

• The notes cover Technology for Teaching and Learning and ICT Policies and Safety Issues.

Technology for Teaching and Learning

• Technology for Teaching and Learning refers to tools, software, and strategies.
• Educators use these to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• EdTech is a short term for Technology for Teaching and Learning

Educational Technology

• Technology that is used in teaching and learning.
• Objects are things that are not used in teaching and learning.

Key Terms

• Learning Management System falls under Educational Technology.
• It is used by Educators to track and monitor students' progress.
• Multimedia Resources are a combination of Media Elements.
• Media Elements include Text, Audio, Video, and Image/Photo.

Historical Context

• Evolution from Chalkboard to White Board to LED Board.
• Shift from Physical Books to E-books.
• Transformation from Face-to-Face Classes to Online Education.

Varieties of Online Education

• Flipped Classroom
• Asynchronous/Synchronous
• Blended Learning

Types of Technology Tools

• Instructional Tools provide instructions for online activities.
• Collaborative Tools are interactive.
• Assessment Tools are used for quizzes.
• Multimedia Tools combine media elements.

Examples of Application related tools

• Instructional Tools: Google Classroom, Microsoft PowerPoint, Moodle
• Collaborative Tools: Padlet, Google Docs, Mural
• Assessment Tools: Quizziz, Quizlet, Kahoot!
• Multimedia Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Capcut

Student-Centered Approach

• Teachers become facilitators of learning.
• It meets the needs of the students
• Is interactive

Technology’s Role in Student-Centered Learning

• Active Learning encourages collaboration and active participation of students.
• Self-Paced Learning allows students to progress at their speed.
• Personalized Learning involves adaptive learning and adjusting difficulties.
• Students can choose lessons convenient for them.

Benefits of Technology Integration

• Access to diverse learning resources.
• The learning environment is flexible.
• Boosts engagement through gamification and interactive media.

Challenges of Technology Integration

• Digital Divide
• Technology overload and screen time concerns.
• Teacher training and professional development needs.

Factors Contributing to Digital Divide

• Income
• Geographic location
• Limited resources
• Education/Learning

Incorporating EdTech into Lesson Plans

• Select technology that complements lesson objectives.
• Use technology to promote activities like problem-solving or critical thinking.

Critical Thinking

• Question assumptions, consider multiple perspectives to form a judgment, and support it with evidence.
• Problem-solving is a part of critical thinking that solves specific issues.

Digital literacy

• Introduce safe searching strategies.
• Teach proper citation methods.
• Utilize tools like Turnitin for plagiarism checks.

Proper Citation Methods; APA Style

• Format;
• Book: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of work: Subtitle. Publisher
• Journal Article: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of Article. Title of Periodical, Volume(Issue), pages, URL
• Website: Author, A. A. (Year, Month, Day). Title of webpages. Website Name. URL

APA style, in-text citations

• Parenthetical Citation: (Author, Year) i.e. (Smith, 2020)
• Narrative Citation: Author (Year) i.e. Smith (2020) suggests...

ICT Policies and Safety Issues in Teaching and Learning

• ICT Policies govern how technology is used in education.
• Aim to ensure ICT is used effectively, ethically, and safely.
• National ICT Policies are implemented in countries.

United State National Education Technology Plan(NETP)

• Emphasizes the use of technology to ensure equity in education.
• Aims to improve learning outcomes for all students.
• Encourages personalized learning

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

• COPPA focuses on protecting the personal information of students under 13 using online educational tools, similar to the Data Privacy Act in the Philippines but narrower in scope.

The UK Digital Strategy

• Encourages schools to incorporate technology into their curricula.
• It Focuses on improving digital skills and fostering innovation in education.

The Computing Curriculum (UK)

• Requires all schools in England to teach computing, coding, and digital literacy.
• These are essential aspects of modern education, and digital literacy is mandatory.

Philippines Republic Act No. 10650 Open Distance Learning Act

• Promotes the use of ICT for open and distance learning.
• It allows greater access to education, especially in remote areas or underserved regions.

DepEd Order No. 8 Series of 2015

• Provides a comprehensive framework for integrating ICT into the K-12 curriculum.
• Emphasizes digital literacy for both students and teachers.

Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2017-2022

• Prioritizes improving ICT infrastructure in education.
• Aims for equitable access to technology across all schools in the country.

International Policies by the Worldwide Organization

• Global Framework for ICT in Education.
• The OECD's Education 2030 framework

Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027)

• UNESCO has issued a Global Framework for ICT in Education.
• The Global Framework for ICT in Education focuses on promoting digital literacy and equitable access to technology.
• Aims to integrate ICT into teaching and learning to achieve quality education.
• The OECD's Education 2030 framework encourages member countries to focus on digital transformation in education.
• The OECD's Education 2030 Framework outlines how education systems should adapt to the digital world.
• Frameworks ensure teachers and students are equipped to deal with technological changes.
• The European Union has created frameworks like the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027).
• They ensure European countries' education systems are ready for digital transformation.
• The Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) aims at enhancing digital literacy and fostering digital education for all.

ICT Skills

• Information Literacy
• Media Literacy
• Technology Literacy

Safety Issues in ICT

• Data Privacy and Security
• Cyberbullying and Online Harassment
• Inappropriate Content
• Online Learning Safety
• Device Management

Uses of ICT Policies in Teaching and Learning Environments

• Enhancing Access to Learning Resources
• Policies on open educational resources (OERs) encourage the use of free and accessible learning materials.
• Professional Development for Educators: Policies often include provisions for professional development programs that help teachers enhance their digital literacy.
• Supporting Student-Centered Learning: ICT policies encourage a shift from traditional, teacher-centered learning to more student-centered approaches.
• Ensuring Digital Literacy: ICT policies emphasize the importance of teaching students digital literacy.
• Collaboration and Communication: ICT policies support the use of collaborative platforms, enabling students and teachers to share resources and engage in meaningful dialogue.
• Bridging the Digital Divide: Policies include provisions to ensure all students, regardless of socioeconomic status, have access to technology for learning.