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Charles Nyakito posted an update in the group
7.4 Construction group 9 years, 8 months agoMobile and personal technology is transforming the way learning spaces are used and configured. Traditionally learning spaces were aligned with student desks and chairs (or benches) in rows facing the front of the classroom, often secured to the floor. Obviously this arrangement supported passive learning and methods of direct instruction but…[Read more]
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Charles in addition to the collaboration and the possibility of the environment being flexible ,i have also taken note of the idea of he
variation of furniture you are arguing for. This in a similar way also
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I agree with the need to redisign and change the setting of the learning spaces as technology more technologies come in place to support the teaching – learning process.
The flexibility allows room for adapting and adopting new pedagogies within the same working space for example the use of group work, cooperative learning, research work and i…[Read more]
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7.4 Construction group 9 years, 8 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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Jacqueline Nshemereirwe posted an update in the group
7.4 Construction group 9 years, 8 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-
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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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7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 months agohttp://www.securedgenetworks.com/blog/5-Ways-Technology-in-the-Classroom-is-Changing-Education
This is another great resource that gives 5 innovative ways in ways how technology is breaking down the walls of the classroom
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Thanks Geoffrey. Site is rich with information on classroom learning and technology and it also has links. Most importantly it tells of how technology supports learning beyond the four walls.
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Thanks for your contribution.The cite gives insight on extending learning beyond the classroom.
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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!!!!!
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Wonderful resource. It does not only talk about breaking down the walls, it goes on to tell us other wonderful practices like classes becoming collaborative.
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Geoffrey Kateregga posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 months agoWith technology, classrooms are becoming more collaborative. With classroom technology students can collaborate with other students and their teachers in and outside of the classroom quickly and easily.
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True Geoffrey. The collaboration goes past the walls and makes them nonexistent
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I agree with you Geoffrey. They are not limited by time too. Any time any where they can study.
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True Geoffrey and Marg. Include the following: Technology promotes self-directed learning,provides far more access to many students bringing about a universal connectivity.
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Julius Makama posted an update in the group
7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 months agoI do agree that walls shouldnt physically be broken down but insteady creating learning spaces which allow learing take place any where anytime. On this web site there is many ways of how this can be done
http://www.encyclopedia.com/telecommunications/educational-magazines/virtual-integrated-teaching-and-learning-environment-vitle-
Thanks Julius. This is a rich site. It gives detailed information on how to go about incorporating technologies, what e-learning entails and its advantages and constraints. It shows how technology brings down walls.
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Good work Julius. In this cite i have got insights on the virtual teaching and learning environments.
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VITLE allows one to teach in a virtual classroom and makes teaching easy for non-technical teachers.
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Good site. Thanks.
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True Julius
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7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 months ago4. https://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/PUB7102.pdf
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7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 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. -
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7.4 Technology Group 9 years, 8 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, 8 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, 8 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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