We were introduced to some new technologies and ways of teaching today. Some of them I knew about but most I didn't know much or anything about at all. For example how games can be apart of learning I never really thought that they would be educational until Jason pointed out some facts today.. like how it develops higher order thinking skills,cognitive skills and problem solving.
Another clip which was short was on augmented reality which has really caught my eye. I am thinking of ways I could incorporate it into my classroom. I hope we learn more about it in future lectures.
There are so many different technologies and devices that are available to incorporate into your classroom, which I believe would engage the students of today. They are always using technology at home, with their friends its every where. To incorporate it into the classroom it would be a benefit for both the teacher and the students.
I have been involved in a few professional development days with my prac teachers over the last few years. So I knew a little about professional development, but these days were just about teachers learning how to use new technologies and programs. They never really pointed out ways to develop your professional values, relationships, knowledge and practice. After ready the first set of readings I am beginning to develop an understanding of what professional development is really all about.
Bianca x
Reference List
Queensland Government, 2011, Smart Classrooms: Professional Development Framework. Retrieved from http://education.qld.gov.au/smartclassrooms/pdframework/index.html.
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