ICT integrared lesson plan in a google doc

Google docs

Google docs is an example of a co-constructive tool that facilitates learning through discussion and collaboration among a group of people. Using Google doc, we experienced collaboration, cooperation, and many new learning after designing ICT integrated lesson plan. There was active interaction among three of us and I felt more comfortable in this app than in a face to face conversation or sitting in one place. However, we faced some problems using this app as there were poor network for us to carry out work in the particular set of time. Besides this issue, everything was convenient for us to come up with an ICT integrated lesson plan. The link given below will take you to the ICT integrated lesson plan (co-constructive work done by three of us).

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fZMYvt7Q_e7sBwxVnBsG2o-569UhNSkx1-R5sCGaOwY/edit?usp=drivesdk

I gain lots of experiences and knowledge through the process of designing this with my two friends. Firstly, we can work collaboratively in different places. I realized that collaboration is one of the utmost importance in the workplace. We can access each others contribution and group members can work from different places. Secondly, Google Docs allows us to add and remove information when working on a specific document. That way we can make changes to the document. In addition, multiple users can access and edit the same document at the same time. Finally, It allows users to see who else is in the document and making changes to it as they work. Hence, technology favours us with a platform to co-construct to achieve a particular goal.

On the other hand, there is a disadvantage of using google docs as it requires an internet connection. Where there is no access to internet means, no google docs. The photos given below shows, how we have been enjoying co-construction on ICT integrated lesson plan using google docs.

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So, If we use Google docs in our teaching and learning in the school, it will create an active interaction among the students, they will be able to generate new knowledge from the discussion, they can edit and add on their friends work together and it will also help them in co-construction of new knowledge from the existing knowledge.  Thus, students and teachers can use the tools to construct and shared understanding of new knowledge. I have also explored another co-constructive tool called the electronic whiteboard. I knew much new information from this exploration. 

As a life long learner, I plan to use this google doc as a forum of co-construction with various people to achieve success in life. Thus, I prepared to write an article every day, co-author with friends to achieve good writing. 

 

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ICT as co-constructive tool

Video in camtesia

Video 

The video making using an app called Camtasia was helpful for me to learn both content and the video-making process. More importantly, it is my first time experiencing video making using an app called Camtasia. At first, I am worried about the video-making process in Camtasia, however, I am optimistic and looking forward to produce an informative video. 

Firstly, I design a PowerPoint to deliver during a video tutorial. The challenge while designing PowerPoint was the limited information given in a textbook for 10 minutes video tutorial. However, I manage it by exploring additional interesting information from google and discussing it with my friends. At last, I made 22 slides PowerPoint slide to deliver within 10 minutes. Thus, I used a constructive approach to come up with enough PowerPoint slides.

The topic called the effect of sunlight on green plants is simple, however, I find it very difficult to come up with 10 minutes presentation slides. Thus, I browse through the internet for additional information on the topic. Amongst the variety of information, I like the investigation process to check on whether the plant needs sunlight or not because children will learn through doing and seeing. Most of the Experts believe that children learn more through doing on the concept. The link given below will take you to the PowerPoint presentation for the tutorial.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F3fEc1cIFCS8SksL5SDCdEeSNE4RXeeb/view?usp=drivesdk

Secondly, the process of making the video was fun and engaging to me since I am experiencing the first time producing my own tutorial after many years of watching on others tutorial. It was also a sense of achievement in my life.

I face many challenges while making this video using Camtasia. Firstly, it was very difficult for me to complete on time as I take 15 minutes twenty-one seconds to complete my whole tutorial. Thus, I cut some unnecessary information and increase the pace of delivery. Hence, I learn how to overcome challenges while making tutorial.

I experienced many enriching knowledge of creating video on Camtasia. I knew how to make a video tutorial in a better and creative ways. The skills like how to add interesting animation, text, and background music are available in the Camtasia that contribute towards making tutorial more effective.  The link given below will take you in my video.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FBE6nJSDxy6JXWlVb2MHXLYg51cCD9RS/view?usp=drivesdk 

Thirdly, It was very constructive when we share this video with friends through a Facebook group. We shared our tutorial in a group ( IV PCA EduTech 2020) for our teacher and friends to comment. There were many positive comments that boost my interest and motivation to continue working on a video tutorial. Through the comments, I knew that my video tutorial will cater to the needs of children.

I realized that it is important to share or show our work to friends to receive comments to construct our work in a better way. Hence, posting videos on Facebook and giving comments and receiving comments helps us to construct our knowledge.

As a future teacher, I am committed to produce a video tutorial on difficult concept and provide to children. By doing that, children will access to that concept anytime and from anywhere to re-visit what is forgotten. So, they need not require to get back to the teacher faced to face for the doubt. Hence, it is one of the constructive approach of teaching and learning using technology. 

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Designing Simulation

Simulation

We are introduced to creating simulation using a single PowerPoint slide. At first, I have no idea on how to create a simulation and why it is considered as one of the constructive tool. The term simulation is new to me and I look forward to learn about simulation.

I explored through the internet and discuss with my friends about simulation. It is my first time experiencing simulation and creating in the single slide PowerPoint. I have designed a simulation to advertise my village as directed by my tutor. It was very difficult for me to create simulation since I lost most of the knowledge (Fundamental information Technology) that I learnt when I was in the first year. I even got rejected when submitting to my tutor for the first time.
I have created the simulation a second time after receiving feedback from my tutor.  I try to discuss and seek help from my friends and tutor. After completing my simulation, I like the idea of creating a simple and short advertisement in a PowerPoint which I thought is not possible in the beginning. The link given below will take you into my simulation on my village.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F0BaGCMGka9uVQ1E1MmJzQUNjZh3lw57/view?usp=drivesdk

I conclude that the simulation is one of the constructive tools to enhance critical and analytical thinking that will develop self-discovery and independent learner in the future.

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ICT Constructive tool

ICT as Constructive tool

Third tool is technology as a constructive tool. In these sessions, we were introduced to the meaning of constructivism, Constructivist approach to teaching and learning, Linkage of ICT to constructive tools.

Constructivism is a theory in education that recognizes the learners' understanding and knowledge based on their own experiences. There are many examples of constructive tools such as concept map, Desktop publishing, word, spreadsheets, PowerPoint etc. Concept maps allows user to brainstorms and to visualize learners understanding. Desktop Publishing program allows user to organize and present their ideas in an attractive format. Word, spreadsheets and PowerPoint are used to organized, record, manipulate and present their ideas in an attractive in the form of memos, reports, letters, presentation, etc. I realized that this applications help learners to manipulate information, visualize and understand the concepts, and construct one's own knowledge. I found these applications are very useful for constructing new meaning and knowledge in our teaching and learning to develop personal and professional life.

There are many constructivist approaches to teaching and learning. Amongst them,  I liked the probing idea that states students need to construct their own understanding because this statement summarized all other points on the constructivist approach to teaching and learning. It is about child-centred learning where student engage in making meaning and knowledge through critical thinking and reflection on past experiences and knowledge. This is ultimately developing children as independent learners.  Therefore, the teacher plays an important role to facilitate children's learning.

From the list of points on the linkage of ICT to constructivism, I am confused about the children can learn without a teacher since I have been always depending on teachers and I felt learning take place only with the support from the teacher. However, I realized after knowing the constructive approach of learning that children will learn better through the linkage of technology by exploring the through it. 

The activity on creating simulation was one of the interesting and helpful for me to rediscover, rethink and reflect on my knowledge gain from functional and information technology module that I have taken during the first year. I remember most of the skills learnt in FIT but I forget a few knowledge. However, doing this activity was a relief to update myself with all the knowledge and skills again. I have found my simulation boring at first since I was making the first time in my life. However, it was better as an when I make that for the second and third time. I learnt so many things by making this simulation.

In conclusion, I realized that technology in the constructivist approach of learning is one of the best methods to take place in teaching and learning. I would encourage everyone to use a constructive approach with the help of technology in the school to create our children active and independent learner for all time to come.

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