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What does educational technology mean to you?
What does educational technology mean to you?
The use of computer tools in a classroom for the purpose of improving teaching and learning.
Why use technology in education? (Select all that apply)
Why use technology in education? (Select all that apply)
How do people learn?
How do people learn?
People learn by linking things together, active discovery, and dialogue.
What are some of the technological tools used to integrate technology into teaching?
What are some of the technological tools used to integrate technology into teaching?
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What challenges can we face when integrating technology? (Select all that apply)
What challenges can we face when integrating technology? (Select all that apply)
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How can we overcome barriers to technology integration?
How can we overcome barriers to technology integration?
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Study Notes
Educational Technology
- Defined as the use of computer tools in a classroom for improving teaching and learning, focusing on pedagogy over technology itself.
- Educational technology makes learning more engaging.
- It utilizes instructional capabilities.
- Educational technology supports new instructional approaches.
- It also increases teacher productivity.
- It equips students with skills for the "information age".
Learning Theories
- People learn by connecting things together, building ideas or skills step by step. This is associative (behavioral) learning.
- People learn by building ideas and skills through active discovery. This is constructive (cognitive) learning.
- People learn by building ideas and skills through dialogue. This is constructivist (social) learning.
Technological tools for integrating technology into teaching
- Presentations
- Video Conferencing
- Cooperative learning
- Interactions
- Designing Assessments
- Website Designs
Challenges to integration
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Extrinsic barriers
- Lack of technological devices
- Lack of technological support
- Inadequate training
- Lack of knowledge
- Not having enough time
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Intrinsic barriers
- Beliefs and attitudes
- Professional development
Overcoming Barriers
- Online learning platforms
- Local and Arabic learning platforms
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Description
This quiz explores the integration of educational technology and various learning theories. It discusses how technology enhances teaching methods and student engagement, while also addressing the different ways people learn. Test your knowledge on technological tools and their pedagogical implications.
