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Educational Technology
Educational technology is any technology that is used to support teaching and learning.
Educational Technology and Instruction Technology are the tools to help create an effective instructional event Instructional events = all teaching methods and learning experiences Learning environment = physical and nonphysical aspects where instruction takes place
LEARNING
LEARNING
is a transfer of knowledge that can be ensured only when all components of the process have been incorporated
(Lever-Duffy, et al., 2005)
LEARNING
Variety of theories explain how we learn Each theory offers a different perspective or view as to how learning occurs Some theories may be contradictory Teachers must decide on theory for themselves
Learning Theories
Proper planning and effective use of tools and methods are key to successful teaching and learning
Learning Theories
Learning as Communication Knowledge is transferred from sender to receiver Receiver returns feedback to sender Sender receives feedback Variables may alter intended meaning.
Learning as Communication
Learning as Communication
Learning as Communication
Environmental Factors Any factor that may cause a learner to lose focus Can block communications Lighting, movement, temperature may interfere with communications
Learning as Communication
Psychological Factors Individual differences that define and impact communicated information Emotional state may interfere with message reception Learning styles may interfere with transmission
Learning as Communication
Personal Filters Individuals values, heritage, and belief system May include attitudes, cultural differences, and opinions Filters are present in both sender and receiver
Learning Theories
Cognitivists Perspective
Focus is on learning as a mental operation Information enters through senses Learning is explained by how one thinks Believe learning is more complex than behaviorist responses
Learning Theories
Constructivists Perspective
Knowledge is constructed as a result of the learning process Learning occurs when knowledge is assimilated or accommodated (Piaget) Knowledge may be constructed best in a social context
Learning Theories
Learning Theories
Learning Styles
Conditions under which one learns best Relates to individual sensory dominance Auditory learners learn best by listening Visual learners learn best by seeing Kinesthetic/Tactile learners learn best by doing and touching
The Learner
Intelligence
Inherent capabilities to learn and understand Standford-Binet tests emphasize logical/mathematical and verbal capabilities Howard Gardners Theory of Multiple Intelligences emphasizes multiple capabilities
The Learner
Multiple Intelligences
Verbal-Linguistic MathematicalLogical Visual-Spatial Bodily-Kinesthetic Interpersonal Intrapersonal Naturalistic Existential Musical
The Learner
Multiple Intelligences
Multiple Inteligences
Linguistics verbal skills/talents related to sound, meaning & ryhthms Logical-mathematical conceptual & logical thinking Musical talents/abilities related to sound, rhythm & pitch Spatial skill in thinking in pictures & visioning abstract
Multiple Inteligences
Bodily-kinesthetic skill in controlling body movements Interpersonal responsive to others Intrapersonal high-degree of self awareness & insight Naturalistic skills in recognizing, categorizing & interacting with natural world Existential ability to consider & deal with questions of human existence
Teaching and learning work together Holistic planning is the key to effective learning
TECHNOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY
Educational Technology
A Historical Overview Began in the early 1900s with movies Slides, radio, sound recordings were added in the 1920s-1930s Television drove audio-visuals in the 1950s
Educational Technology
A Historical Overview 1960s: A-V expanded to a broader systems view 1970s: educational technology redefined and expanded further to include all technologies 1980s: educational technology entered the Digital Age
Allyn and Bacon 2005
Educational Technology
Change in educational philosophy of what constitutes basic skills
No longer just three Rs Learning to learn skills essential Lifelong learning
TEA