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Jacqueline Nshemereirwe posted an update in the group
7.4 Construction group 9 years, 7 months agoPhysical space must be changed because schools are still very much constrained by some of the following issues:
1. Working conditions: such as optimal lighting or ergonomics for sitting, writing, reading or listening, are not sufficiently addressed;
2. Purchasing decisions and location of new technologies: often constrained by district…[Read more]-
From the link given i have actually learnt that space designed to allow for several activities is reason to give learners chance to carry out more projects compared to the traditional set-up.
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Yes, there is a lot of collaboration when learning using technology. The sitting arrangement in the classroom needs to be constructed to support the collaboration which is a key characteristic of learning using technology. There is also need to structure the classrooms with power sources that will supply the technology during use.
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From the shared link, I get points that emphasize factors that limit the adjustment and redesigning of learning spaces. True and they are common to many of our school situations.
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Thanks for the observation! There is need to improve on those areas highlighted which all encompass physical environment if we are make headway in technology integration.
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Edward Ayo posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months agoThe main activity is on line which means that activity takes place with just a device connected to internet; physical reconstruction is not necessary for one to connect a device to the internet and begin to collect, share and build knowledge outside the four walled classrooms.
To exist online we do not have to reconstruct our physical environment…[Read more]-
internet is an important aspect in learning beyond the classroom walls
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Edward this is a wonderful post. Teaching using online resources does not only break down the walls but it is also another avenue to let learners collaborate.
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collaborate and access a variety of information, where they can study, analyse and select the most appropriate information
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But in the real sense of it more learning now takes place out side the classroom than inside of it.
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Hi Ben,
At what level and in which context?
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I have this to consolidate the argument:
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Jacqueline Nshemereirwe posted an update in the group
7.4 Construction group 9 years, 7 months agoPhysical spaces need to be constructed for effective technology integration. Students need adequate space if we are to guide them on task and also when sharing with others. Collaboration is not only online but also physical and socially
Visit this site for more reasons: https://www.edutopia.org/blog/the-physical-environment-of-classrooms-mark-phillips-
Thank you Jackie,
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I do agree with you Jackie with this. In reality allowing room for both online and physically interactions by any kind of design is itself flexibility. We have to think through plans and settings that allow more of these adjustments gradually.
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Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months ago4. https://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/PUB7102.pdf
A document having compilations about different learning spaces.-
Thanks Twaha it is a good resource.
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Good Twaha, i have got exposure to on different learning spaces and it has enriched my knowledge about the topic.
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Good site for space whether physical or virtual has an impact on learning.
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Quite informative thank you
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Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months ago3. http://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en_us/solutions/industries/docs/gov/new_learning_modes_whitepaper.pdf
This resource talks about different ways of breaking down the walls for example flipped classroom, distance learning, virtual desktops, virtual field trips, etc. -
Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months ago2. http://kimcofino.com/blog/2010/03/20/creating-a-culture-of-collaboration-through-technology-integration/
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Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months ago1. https://thejournal.com/articles/2015/08/25/3-ways-mobile-technology-is-transforming-learning-spaces.aspx
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Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months agoI also take the view that classroom walls do not have to be physically broken down. Learning can take place anywhere with technology using internet connected devices. Any space can be turned into a learning space e.g. homes, museums, playgrounds, field excursion, green spaces, auditoriums, computer labs, public spaces, learning centers, courtyards, etc.
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It is true TWaha, one way of breaking the walls by flipping the classes. Gone are the days when could only be accessed only in the classroom. Thanks to technology.
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I also agree.Technology has opened up space making it possible for learning to occur anywhere.
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Walter Wandera posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months ago1. Beyond the Classroom Walls – Cognella Titles Store
https://titles.cognella.com/professions-and-careers/beyond-the-classroom-walls-9781631892264.htmlBeyond the Classroom Walls is a collection of recent peer-reviewed articles matched with practical teaching tools. The selected articles include relevant content that allow readers to explore…[Read more]
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THIS SITE CAN ALSO BE OF HELP IN LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WALLS
https://www.edutopia.org/stw/normalpark-case-study-video
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THIS SITE CAN ALSO BE OF HELP IN LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WALLS
https://www.edutopia.org/stw/normalpark-case-study-video
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Walter, I think the 1st one is not necessarily about learning outside the classroom walls, but rather the relationships between home, school and the community.
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i thought so long us are using it outside the classroom walls, you have already broken the walls Prossy
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Walter Wandera posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months agotechnology brings a community learning system in nature. its broad, students can learn, interact, collaborate, relate, connect, access information beyond the walls of a classroom. hence breaking classroom walls
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True Walter. If they can do all this without being pressured to stick to the traditional ways, even those walls they see will cease to cause them any discomfort. Hence breaking the walls.
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exactly
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So true walter, the students are infact given a challenge to think out of the box!
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True Walter. It’s not physical breaking down of the walls but rather the flexibilty that comes with technology allowing learning to take place beyond the confines of the classroom.
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they always advice us always to think outside the box and this is what all this is about
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With all these mobile devises available they can continue working away from class.
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Edward Ayo posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 7 months agoMy position is you do not really need to bring down the physical walls to integrate technology into learning. Technology and innovative learning design can break down classroom walls in a virtual sense and that is sufficient for social learning styles of the future. My reasons will follow soon.
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Ok Edward.
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Great, Still waiting!
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Very right Edward. It’s true the classroom walls are not physically broked down.
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Of course breaking down the walls is figuratively used to refer to the act of extending learning beyond the traditional Classroom by the use of technology.
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Willex, it may also refer to using the available space within the same walls or institution more creatively or better.
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