https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/members/yusufkawesi/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Yusufu Kaweesa's friends. Sat, 28 Oct 2023 18:58:39 +0200 https://buddypress.org/?v=7.3.2 en-US 30 hourly 2 e4a79185872d60ed848ea4ef4fce9d68 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18539/ Tue, 15 Nov 2016 04:04:22 +0200 0 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 […] ]]> ad1f39a847d2e3479f98d31d2ae7003d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18260/#acomment-18424 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 22:20:09 +0200 I totally agree with you when you say that owing to the costly nature of putting up new structures for learning spaces, utilizing the old ones and just integrate would be good enough. Because technology grows every day and a lot become obsolete once time passes by yet new innovations in technology do not wait.

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 […] ]]> 7d78331488b0f305a8b956be2a5a4431 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18422/ Wed, 09 Nov 2016 22:14:14 +0200 Technology is changing the way in which we view learning spaces and the personal learning environment of our students because students surf the Internet, Tweet, use Facebook and come up with lots of learning material that a teacher may fail to find single handed for his learners. We as teachers at school need to allow our learners to explore the…[Read more]

]]> 0 640bf702748227f85614024391da1113 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18421/ Wed, 09 Nov 2016 21:59:56 +0200 0 a005e851bb0947406bfcdc945fe4f1b1 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18151/#acomment-18355 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:56:36 +0200 Yes, sure in addition to the research programmatic requirements of the space, such as:
Group work or individual study?
Noisy or quiet?
Can the space be reserved?
Will staff require frequent access and/or views into the space?
Is the technology fixed or mobile?
How long will the average user be in the space?
Room size and shape.
Desirability of…[Read more]

In reply to - Stephen Otikori posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Teaching spaces in the last centuries have been dominated by one type of design:tutor focused,one-way facing and presentation with seating […] ]]> 29de389c7f9def79d0d20b88600b2900 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18198/#acomment-18354 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:43:09 +0200 I would consider that for the existing hardware but would advocate for virtue learning spaces the way to go. more so this wiuld involve parents more in learning. Simply because some parents dont want their childrento access Internetbecause of fear to adopt bad cultures. But if Principal informs all parents about the Virtual school learning…[Read more]

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 […] ]]> 89a0a29d1442d81c447d537ca1ce643d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18216/#acomment-18353 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:36:53 +0200 Yes Mr. Otikori, given adequate commitment to integrating ICT, dont you think that forexample audio chats arouse interest in learning, and build up cognitive skills, emotionally goodlearners?

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. […] ]]> bbf820f351623dd43e5499b3d15270a6 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18346/#acomment-18352 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:32:38 +0200 Mr Ayo, the pge cant be found

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 ]]> 1dfe6d84924aeca0eef34b0d75b4e843 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18294/#acomment-18351 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:28:09 +0200 I also think that altering learning spaces can accomodate a large number students because while others come for experiments at school, others stay home on virtual space class may be on collaborative exercise

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 […] ]]> 3723821fcf74c02e4c09fa4b3cf42bfb https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18350/ Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:25:56 +0200 0 14b1d44243288bb2589bc0a617165503 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18294/#acomment-18349 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:24:46 +0200 True, Joan you have good research on learning spaces. It is true to echo some of the insights about learning spaces the learning spaces have to be altered to accomodate the technology. including sitting arrangment.

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 […] ]]> 8040310692d2cbcc26b59b665a0b707b https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18322/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 19:53:04 +0200 0 ca9489e4555bdfdfa8198cdda85c77b5 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18118/#acomment-18318 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 18:51:38 +0200 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.

In reply to - Jacqueline Nshemereirwe posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Physical space must be changed because schools are still very much constrained by some of the following issues: 1. Working conditions: […] ]]> 468749944dfdcd844d5a49843308b7ea https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18235/#acomment-18301 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:45:53 +0200 What Rehema said is true but Prossy my dear Ugandan schools can not afford 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 […] ]]> 7920bf658dffda6bb75784141857dd36 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18287/#acomment-18298 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:33:05 +0200 Yes I agree with you Martin with technologies the entire world is within reach

In reply to - Martin Lubega posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group As citizens of the world, students in today’s classrooms seek global contexts for learning. Opportunities for networked and international […] ]]> b630b51b746e69bd553a3e15c210115d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18247/#acomment-18295 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:22:07 +0200 Thanks Prossy

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 […] ]]> 3541461146ca0f749da3784fb8de44a7 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18290/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:09:06 +0200 0 1cd15fbfae4476060dccaed544cb0866 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18287/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 13:09:43 +0200 As citizens of the world, students in today’s classrooms seek global contexts for learning. Opportunities for networked and international collaborations are bringing both the world to classrooms and classrooms to the world. With a focus on international standards of instruction, globally-minded programs inspire students to be curious through…[Read more]

]]> 1 16ebd2ce975063e874130217d0736e9e https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18247/#acomment-18286 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 13:07:14 +0200 thanks for that research, i also agree with you

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 […] ]]> 0d7cdf81793cffa20905fea4068f1ffd https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18281/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:22:12 +0200 0 d4ec5981efef6df7c5c5ee833d4e93b9 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18260/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 09:58:23 +0200 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 old ones and just integrate would be good enough.
Secondly, putting up new structures is a long term achievement there fore time consuming. So retaining old structures and redesigning classroom…[Read more]

]]> 2 d422038c2f307f3ac337debb8abc106b https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18247/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 09:16:44 +0200 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 this CCTI Course we are doing. There are no classroom wall but we can continue with the course. Let’s have a look at this link m…[Read more]

]]> 3 21d51aaa3be47c3aaafca3229df5273d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18242/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 08:59:58 +0200 0 d97c56c315d4f1e0fc7c21445eb87bf3 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18235/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 06:07:54 +0200 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 well as ensuring collaboration among learners and their teacher, but we should not forget that it all goes along with a connection to a server which may not be easy for learners in the remote areas of the…[Read more]

]]> 2 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 2895c1dffed770c14c6e6bad64a84597 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18198/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 11:06:14 +0200 Construction is still largely dictated by “teacher in classroom” scenario. With devices like tablets, all that may be necessary is a rooftop to guard against rain!

]]> 3 a7b272162c2298a89ed9777f53996fa0 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18197/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 10:58:53 +0200 0 1d685162356abe5c22e3dc3450b200bd https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18190/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:45:58 +0200 http://elearning.tki.org.nz/Teaching/Snapshots-of-Learning/Breaking-down-walls
The resource shows how one can break down the walls and develop a modern collaborative learning and teaching space.

]]> 1 3931ca16039135ba14b99b03905ae484 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18189/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:35:58 +0200 http://er.educause.edu/articles/2005/1/future-of-the-learning-space-breaking-out-of-the-box
The resources clearly gives the future of the learning spaces and shows how one can break out of a box.

]]> 0 33337c05c03d23d52804a8b3d65202cf https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18096/#acomment-18187 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:32:51 +0200 Connectivity is really one key issues for breaking down the walls. Once a connection is set, expect to explore provided the needed resoureces are fully available.

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 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 […] ]]> 57286af3702ed6f9f7586ed94168aeab https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18102/#acomment-18185 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:30:55 +0200 Great!

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 […] ]]> a82d5371f579a3c71080dc27d9fe7884 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18133/#acomment-18184 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:28:26 +0200 Students are given opportunity to lead their teachers with their knowledge and interest in reaching beyond the classroom.

In reply to - Nellie Okullo posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group http://newfluencies.blogspot.ug/2014/05/breaking-down-walls-of-our-classroom.html This site explains how two teachers and their students use […] ]]> 1aa2b479649d39701f254b7662765e2f https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18183/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:23:37 +0200 The contradiction of learners engaging and learning with technology away from school, only to be told to put away their technologies at school in order to “learn” should be seriously addressed and resolved.

]]> 4 4afed35a3453b5fb489986db22646b39 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18182/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:17:10 +0200 0 24cf830a125eca6db55415b4ea71719f https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18109/#acomment-18181 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:11:18 +0200 Hi Ben,
At what level and in which context?

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 […] ]]> 604a19d6ac618d438fee6679135cecfd https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18097/#acomment-18180 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:09:38 +0200 How then in our context do we break down the walls with the attendant school constructions going on, archaic curricula, etc.

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 […] ]]> bde9cf61a07ff4ab9f857e9e0067c92a https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18097/#acomment-18179 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:00:15 +0200 Great insight provided.

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 […] ]]> d15eb389eb50f764dfdab6743e89838d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18118/#acomment-18173 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 07:47:34 +0200 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.

In reply to - Jacqueline Nshemereirwe posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Physical space must be changed because schools are still very much constrained by some of the following issues: 1. Working conditions: […] ]]> df837b9e0546ecb99902029bcd9542b2 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18151/#acomment-18172 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 07:41:09 +0200 I agree with you Stephen. With the emergence of technology in teaching/learning, the learning spaces have to be constructed in such a way to take care of the technology. The use of technology requires collaboration, active engagement with the technology, movement with the classroom space, etc, all of which will require a carefully constructed…[Read more]

In reply to - Stephen Otikori posted an update in the group 7.4 Construction group Teaching spaces in the last centuries have been dominated by one type of design:tutor focused,one-way facing and presentation with seating […] ]]> 54c9e1e3ce841b7ef2f855157265b112 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18170/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 07:23:40 +0200 Mobile 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]

]]> 2 2d25365db798cb4a7b988e782a1f9b28 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18163/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 05:17:57 +0200 0 c317b05335bdd4f74eb04a47cdf899c3 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18162/ Sun, 06 Nov 2016 04:54:12 +0200 0 332a803d262d781a15e40bc1d506828d https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18132/ Sat, 05 Nov 2016 21:59:18 +0200 0 5c03ef6f0a1b6b86b246c4d760d01710 https://cctionline.schoolnet.org.za/activity/p/18096/#acomment-18131 Sat, 05 Nov 2016 21:56:11 +0200 True when technology is used properly, most places can turn into learning spaces.

In reply to - Prossy Sengooba posted an update in the group 7.4 Technology Group 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 […] ]]>