Anticipated+learning+through+the+use+of+ICT


 * Anticipated learning through the use of ICT and how this might be different from what would be learned in a more traditional classroom **

The anticipated Learning through the use of ICT all depends on the learning method used. Different method include teacher centered learning with technology, Integrated Learning Systems and Electronic Learning Simulations.

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The learning I’m hoping to achieve from the use of ICT is firstly through the use of a teacher centered learning with technology approach. The students will be able to connect and engage the concepts of a think board through both verbal and also visual instruction through the use of the IWB, and be able to design and complete their own after being involved with the class demonstrated one. Secondly through the use of Integrated and electronic Learning systems and simulations, via the internet students will access and use Mathletics. Mathletics is an internet mathematics based program that can be set up by the teacher to primarily be in control of the learning but can also let the students be in control by allowing them to access different activities within the program. Mathletics also has an online component which allows the student to use their mathematical skills and knowledge to challenge their friends and other students online around the globe in math games and challenges.

I anticipate the learning particularly through the use of Mathletics to me more student driven and focused as it is the students themselves that have the control of their own learning. With the use of technology in the classroom in today's times the teachers roll is slowly shifting from the “Stage on stage” to the “Guide on the side “learning is starting to become saturated with technology, and students are slowly becoming self-directed learners (Ross & Bailey 1997, pp. 15-16)

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