Here we are week 5 !
I find this week the most exciting.Ive created my first rubric ,though not perfect but a hundred miles walk begins with a step.Ive also created my webquest .Webquest is such an interesting way to create technology enhanced lessons I'm glad I learned about !
The textbook doesn't always match the students needs and interest ,here comes the contribution of good webquests ,it gives designed lessons that match the needs of the students ,with a variety of technical features .
My favorite part is that you can add any needed material weather audio or video ,images or even rubrics.
The most important issue though is planning .PBL requires a great deal of planning and effort .The students them selves can participate in designing a PBL ,which means they begin the learning process even before the traditional class starts ,which is helpful for the teacher and encouraging for the students .
I find this week the most exciting.Ive created my first rubric ,though not perfect but a hundred miles walk begins with a step.Ive also created my webquest .Webquest is such an interesting way to create technology enhanced lessons I'm glad I learned about !
The textbook doesn't always match the students needs and interest ,here comes the contribution of good webquests ,it gives designed lessons that match the needs of the students ,with a variety of technical features .
My favorite part is that you can add any needed material weather audio or video ,images or even rubrics.
The most important issue though is planning .PBL requires a great deal of planning and effort .The students them selves can participate in designing a PBL ,which means they begin the learning process even before the traditional class starts ,which is helpful for the teacher and encouraging for the students .
I totally agree with you that teaching with technology needs planing.what I like about it more is that it makes students work more out side the classroom and thus can give the teacher a break from dealing with unprepared students.
ReplyDeleteAs for your question about the good teacher here is classification of teachers that my be appealing the mediocre teacher tells
the good teacher explains
the superior teacher demonstrates
and the great teacher inspires.
take care
Ilham
Hi batool,
ReplyDeleteThere is one thing I agree with you the most: week 5 was a treasure of knowledge. These three topics were combined appropriately: I really congratulate you because you were able to complete one WebQuest. I couldn’t agree more with you that this type of teaching strategy requires lots of careful planning because of the elements it entails. Timing is also a factor to consider but once you have created a webQuest the good thing is that you are able to recycle it or make small adaptations. I have not yet dipped my toes into PBL but I am sure, by the readings, it is a fantastic strategy as well. I have also made my rubric. Batool, it is important to say that WebQuests can also be designed for offline environments and that´s an advantage. I hope to be able to share my thoughts with you in the future. Best of lucks to you.