https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/members/fionamwanje/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Fiona Mwanje's friends. Sat, 28 Oct 2023 18:58:39 +0200 https://buddypress.org/?v=7.3.2 en-US 30 hourly 2 b74dd9a3d566d8b1a7ab7e71f61e39bb https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18433/ Thu, 10 Nov 2016 02:37:39 +0200 These spaces should be able to support the learners individually, in small groups, as a whole class and in larger groups. more insight found here, sample in Newzealand http://www.education.govt.nz/school/property/state-schools/design-standards/flexible-learning-spaces/

]]> 0 2c0d9383290723a6b4692b39e037df24 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18198/#acomment-18432 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 02:29:51 +0200 Yes! what ever happens inside there, an environment that is free from noise, wind, rain is highly recommended.

In reply to - Akiiki Emmanuel Ahumuza posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Construction is still largely dictated by “teacher in classroom” scenario. With devices like tablets, all that may be necessary is a […] ]]> 8e7b5b98e8f4ece30d357627ab1dfbd6 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18216/#acomment-18431 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 02:23:59 +0200 Well, such anticipated challenges should fiercely be remedified to open acess to new ways of getting things done in the class room, the modern way.

In reply to - Stephen Otikori posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Whereas construction of suitable classroom space provides for benefits such as flexibility and collaboration, it may also have few challenges. […] ]]> 414df5fdd308e09f49e03dfcaac647bf https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18346/#acomment-18430 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 02:17:46 +0200 Yes! this is too ambitious for African settings like in Uganda, we just have to be patient, but this the ideal constructive learning spaces to meet the ever changing need of technology development.

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group This may make me lean towards the construction group just a little: http://www.pkallsc.org/assets/files/LSCGuide-PlanningforAssessing(1).pdf ]]> 34a432f2e8b9f7618b2bf9f5b0764d45 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18294/#acomment-18429 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 02:05:12 +0200 This gives a shift in paradigm from the traditional ‘teaching’ to more constructive ‘learning’ for instance, from simply recalling to discovery. Agree with you Joan

In reply to - Joan Talibawo posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Here are some of the resources that give ideas about the need for creating clear visions and planning about learning spaces that are integrating […] ]]> a08cb252db99d2a77ad9d9d45c3b15ea https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18346/#acomment-18375 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 16:18:30 +0200 Sorry!
Try this https://goo.gl/f9Ypol

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group This may make me lean towards the construction group just a little: http://www.pkallsc.org/assets/files/LSCGuide-PlanningforAssessing(1).pdf ]]> f6066db36fad58945f45fa3e2eb8b48d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18346/#acomment-18373 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 16:17:27 +0200 https://goo.gl/f9Ypol

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group This may make me lean towards the construction group just a little: http://www.pkallsc.org/assets/files/LSCGuide-PlanningforAssessing(1).pdf ]]> 2cae4b86a4cd776e78ae564916683951 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18260/#acomment-18368 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 15:20:43 +0200 Amiana i agree with you ,its easy to redesign our old classrooms and cost effective than reconstructing our walls , the fact that technology tools are becoming cheap and accessible than raising funds to construct building which is a long time investment

In reply to - Amina Namagembe posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group With technology, we break the walls in a virtual sense. Owing to the costly nature of putting up new structures for learning spaces, utilising the […] ]]> b43b20cac1550a8b0718e0f2074f50ed https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18346/ Tue, 08 Nov 2016 02:38:25 +0200 This may make me lean towards the construction group just a little:
http://www.pkallsc.org/assets/files/LSCGuide-PlanningforAssessing(1).pdf

]]> 4 5428ed61033ed7cca950fa6fd3d4fe46 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/#acomment-18345 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 02:35:26 +0200 >> https://goo.gl/KbQTkz

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group The main activity is on line which means that activity takes place with just a device connected to internet; physical reconstruction is not necessary […] ]]> de255406a06bb4460bb36920fa32fa7e https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/#acomment-18344 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 02:35:03 +0200 >> https://goo.gl/yQfNxk

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group The main activity is on line which means that activity takes place with just a device connected to internet; physical reconstruction is not necessary […] ]]> 2a9511e09f81d55727f0ef45885e3a43 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/#acomment-18343 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 02:34:33 +0200 >> https://goo.gl/RKxKyg

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group The main activity is on line which means that activity takes place with just a device connected to internet; physical reconstruction is not necessary […] ]]> 5ad4e8307039b53980cd729ab411d422 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/#acomment-18342 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 02:34:03 +0200 I have this to consolidate the argument:
>> https://goo.gl/1YDJ9Y

In reply to - Edward Ayo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group The main activity is on line which means that activity takes place with just a device connected to internet; physical reconstruction is not necessary […] ]]> 416e1286cfa2e90f0e2da72984f5f6d2 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18336/ Tue, 08 Nov 2016 01:55:15 +0200 0 74b15da1c5ecb29b257d9c23a39725d8 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18247/#acomment-18279 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:17:18 +0200 The CCTI course is indeed a good example.

In reply to - Madinah Senyange posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Hello members, I also agree that technology can break down the walls of a classroom and create virtual learning spaces. Just take an example of […] ]]> ef5162c1667e4d7a48c6b81970d030ab https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18235/#acomment-18278 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:16:19 +0200 Very true about the remote areas. May be they can use solar!

In reply to - Rehema Namatovu posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Hi members I do agree that technology can break down classroom walls and create even much more knowledge than the teacher can give in class as […] ]]> 652092853ad87d1af612b2474adaeee0 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18183/#acomment-18276 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:15:13 +0200 Whether sooner or later, the issue must be addressed.

In reply to - Akiiki Emmanuel Ahumuza posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group The contradiction of learners engaging and learning with technology away from school, only to be told to put away their technologies at […] ]]> f5f060607a79503f10d2ae9459af5b00 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18225/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 21:46:19 +0200 0 797914343801d52b8228d135a89c3461 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18224/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 21:45:54 +0200 0 5cff27179d83c7ebbdcdc002eee5f95f https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18072/#acomment-18164 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 05:34:28 +0200 Thank Willex. In one resource (https://www.edutopia.org/blog/visualizing-21st-century-classroom-design-mary-wade ) Mary Wade encourages us teachers to utilise the existing classrooms and turning them into 21st Century classrooms. She outlines elements of 21 Century classrooms and shows how teachers can visualize and implement them.

In reply to - Willex Okumu posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This is another resources with links to other resources worth looking at critically. the main focus is transforming classrooms and school for the […] ]]> f95532acbd1dc3f9fc362a3c0654f9cc https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18060/#acomment-18122 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:33:33 +0200 I agree with you Geoffrey. They are not limited by time too. Any time any where they can study.
They enables students to remain engaged.

In reply to - Geoffrey Kateregga posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group With technology, classrooms are becoming more collaborative. With classroom technology students can collaborate with other students and their […] ]]> dc7bbf49955096d2864a61b42519ee69 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18111/#acomment-18116 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:23:32 +0200 In this article it shows that for a start learners might not be able to learn independent of a teacher. It advocates for blended learning.
A virtual classroom session once in a while would suffice.

In reply to - Patricia Mutesi posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Thanks colleagues. I have joined late but let me add my voice to the argument that it is not necessary to create new spaces just for the sake of […] ]]> f3d968011ae4f87f8e2e6ad571e63055 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18111/#acomment-18112 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:15:32 +0200 I chanced upon the following resources:
http://www.nzcer.org.nz/system/files/NZCERVCResearchforPrincipals.ppt
2. http://providenceonline.com/stories/Shawn-Rubin-Metryx-Highlander-Institute-blended-learning-edtech-Providence-Monthly,4732?

In reply to - Patricia Mutesi posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Thanks colleagues. I have joined late but let me add my voice to the argument that it is not necessary to create new spaces just for the sake of […] ]]> 699c4f88d5143f8b78d822a04040cf7b https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18111/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:13:16 +0200 Thanks colleagues. I have joined late but let me add my voice to the argument that it is not necessary to create new spaces just for the sake of integrating technology in teaching and learning. Through virtual learning we can be able to break classroom walls. For example through virtual field trips students have the chance to learn, interact and…[Read more]

]]> 6 a865be75141f5e2504443c43bc4b9847 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18102/#acomment-18110 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:08:33 +0200 Thanks Prossy for this piece.
Here is another
http://www.nzcer.org.nz/system/files/NZCERVCResearchforPrincipals.ppt

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This is about how a teacher in the UK and his class passed out of the 4 walls of their classroom in a new and exciting way using technology. A […] ]]> 8c1fbc6bc9a8ff44adeb68d6a1200317 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 17:57:47 +0200 The 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]

]]> 9 c2cb0eac88894d652d0000cd53a078ca https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18102/#acomment-18107 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 16:36:10 +0200 Elianna Liscombe shares about how to break down the walls.She echoes the concerns of the teachers about using technology to extend the classroom and suggests possible solutions to some of the challenges.
http://eleannaliscomberesume.weebly.com/breaking-down-the-walls

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This is about how a teacher in the UK and his class passed out of the 4 walls of their classroom in a new and exciting way using technology. A […] ]]> 10427deb67dd57a5f0230965d0e65c7d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18102/#acomment-18104 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 16:08:34 +0200 Robert Pennington explains how he is implementing technology to extend learning outside the classroom. it’s in form of a blog post.
https://www.sophia.org/school-of-thought/breaking-down-traditional-walls-of-the-classroom

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This is about how a teacher in the UK and his class passed out of the 4 walls of their classroom in a new and exciting way using technology. A […] ]]> 5e21e246c2fc522fd5e7c4bed1e00474 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18102/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 15:47:42 +0200 This is about how a teacher in the UK and his class passed out of the 4 walls of their classroom in a new and exciting way using technology. A real experience! Through Connecting Classrooms Community they were able to connect to a class in Brazil. later on the teacher in Brazil used a classroom ‘card’so that the students in UK were visually…[Read more]

]]> 7 efe07c78229b1cf7aa6a79d5af9d0cb0 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18097/#acomment-18100 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 14:17:16 +0200 It’s a short article about breaking down the walls. Check out the discussion below it highlighting some of the challenges!
http://www.deltapublishing.co.uk/development/breaking-down-the-walls-of-the-classroom

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This site is about breaking down the walls of the classroom and offers suggestions on how this can be […] ]]> a519ab64c72c78ec589c83532de21ad3 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18099/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 14:00:26 +0200 0 3e15c380fd3c01f376a915dff9427fb3 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18098/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 14:00:08 +0200 0 f6b872ed5725ff00eebcc8bd5a46ed70 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18097/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:57:47 +0200 This site is about breaking down the walls of the classroom and offers suggestions on how this can be done.
https://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2012/sep/10/technology-schools-breaking-down-barriers

]]> 7 0a365b6f6cf43c238568c5198778db4d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18096/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:44:16 +0200 Technology opens up space for both teachers and learners. It’s possible for students to learn outside the walls of a physical classroom as long as they have a tech tool and connectivity. It’s also true that a teacher can also teach a larger class beyond the boundaries of classroom walls with ease!! Think about CCTI.

]]> 5 3089f3b6ecf8747571f39134acd365c4 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18071/#acomment-18095 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:39:32 +0200 It gives good insights.

In reply to - Willex Okumu posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group This is a useful resources that gives insights into the principles used in designing effective learning spaces for the 21st century […] ]]> c1995c053b86c1fa17643c6084752a62 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18057/#acomment-18094 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:32:33 +0200 Good site. Thanks.

In reply to - Julius Makama posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group I do agree that walls shouldnt physically be broken down but insteady creating learning spaces which allow learing take place any where anytime. On […] ]]> ad41de9831c1c17d821cf63d07170d1d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18062/#acomment-18093 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:31:22 +0200 I am amused by the contrast of going to school on the first day then and now. Time will come when you can attend school on the first day from your bedroom using a mobile tech tool and say hi Tutor!!!!!

In reply to - Geoffrey Kateregga posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group http://www.securedgenetworks.com/blog/5-Ways-Technology-in-the-Classroom-is-Changing-Education This is another great resource that gives 5 […] ]]> a0edd0841b954f6f813df802614a048a https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18057/#acomment-18092 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:22:21 +0200 VITLE allows one to teach in a virtual classroom and makes teaching easy for non-technical teachers.

In reply to - Julius Makama posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group I do agree that walls shouldnt physically be broken down but insteady creating learning spaces which allow learing take place any where anytime. On […] ]]> 695f37a68ce94e4c85daab17ed76fe15 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18042/#acomment-18091 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 13:07:33 +0200 Good site for space whether physical or virtual has an impact on learning.

In reply to - Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 4. https://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/PUB7102.pdf A document having compilations about different learning spaces. ]]> e89e30107ae2cb167016550e32f52e89 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18038/#acomment-18090 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:52:51 +0200 I also agree.Technology has opened up space making it possible for learning to occur anywhere.

In reply to - Twaha Semwogerere posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group I also take the view that classroom walls do not have to be physically broken down. Learning can take place anywhere with technology using […] ]]> bd2ce69b93634ea31af0576a127149fb https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18034/#acomment-18089 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:51:15 +0200 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.

In reply to - Walter Wandera posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 1. Beyond the Classroom Walls – Cognella Titles Store […] ]]> 0053e2d5d24b42dd5cf75206b147be10 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18031/#acomment-18088 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:40:27 +0200 Once there is connectivity and internet, learning can go out of the classroom.

In reply to - Esther Aryemo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Technology and innovative learning design can break down classroom walls in the virtual sense and that is sufficient for social learning styles of […] ]]> e3c349deafe5cb7a3313709055183be7 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18013/#acomment-18087 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:39:05 +0200 I like the emphasis on the importance of informal learning spaces.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 6. Emerging Technologies to Enhance Teaching and Enable Active […] ]]> 32306e6b8f77a45ff21cd3a40a6a2269 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18012/#acomment-18086 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:31:35 +0200 The idea of integrating furniture that can be moved around easily and put in various configurations to accommodate different groupings is excellent.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 5. 3 Ways Mobile Technology is Transforming Learning […] ]]> a81cae5ff4cc7bd25df3bca7b15f48b0 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18010/#acomment-18084 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:18:09 +0200 True, it offers a variety.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 3. Learning Spaces/Teaching with Technology MIT http://web.mit.edu/teachtech/learning.html This site offers a variety of choices of […] ]]> a5985de482bf7ae0a2e1a0b956fac0f2 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18009/#acomment-18083 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:16:39 +0200 I like that aspect of networked and collaborative learning spaces bringing the world to the classroom and vice versa.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 2. Collaborative Learning Spaces: Classrooms That Connect to the […] ]]> 09b7cc11d6421edc68ddd8ff692fec1a https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18001/#acomment-18082 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 11:26:33 +0200 I also agree. There is a wider audience than just a classroom one.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Using technology, the learners can reach out to more information, get in touch with social communities, and social platforms that exist in the […] ]]> 236bac60d09b6961c848f882e468122b https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18000/#acomment-18081 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 11:25:19 +0200 I agree Willex, if it’s just mere substitution without functional change we shall just be in “old things, old ways”

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Breaking the walls does not necessarily mean breaking the physical walls. It means being able to learn in groups, and pairs without […] ]]> f1b32e369b5c03e3fdb7c9f25985f4e5 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18000/#acomment-18080 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 11:23:43 +0200 Maggie, I like that idea of being able to use available space within (more creatively) and without as long as there is connectivity.

In reply to - Margaret Sserabidde posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group Breaking the walls does not necessarily mean breaking the physical walls. It means being able to learn in groups, and pairs without […] ]]> fcb710168e1ca8df3d9da4e08944b84a https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/17999/#acomment-18079 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 11:19:21 +0200 With all these mobile devises available they can continue working away from class.

In reply to - Walter Wandera posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group technology brings a community learning system in nature. its broad, students can learn, interact, collaborate, relate, connect, access information […] ]]>