Digital Resources in the Classroom Enhancing Engagement

Introducing the value of adding digital resources into classroom teaching. Exploring a range of subjects and lesson contexts: Language and Literacy Digital Resources, Interactive Mathematics, Instant Feedback,  Interactivity, Engagement with Devices. Investigate how to integrate the applications and scenarios into everyday lessons, using practical examples of applications and websites.

Think about the pedagogy when selecting the technology

In this session we will explore the importance of considering the pedagogy of learning theories we might use and the technology we select for our lessons.

Pedagogy is the study of teaching and learning methods, including the aims of education and 

the ways in which such goals may be achieved. Pedagogy refers more broadly to the theory and practice of education, and how this influences the growth of learners. Learning theories are an organised set of principles explaining how individuals acquire, retain, and recall knowledge.  By studying and knowing the different learning theories, we can better understand how learning occurs. The principles of the theories can be used as guidelines to help select instructional tools, techniques and strategies that promote learning. Therefore assisting us in deciding what technology to use in our lessons.

Meaningful assessment using eAssessment Tools and Strategies

using the data to create personalised learning with the results from your learners' work. Exploring the benefits to teachers when using eAssessment tools. Investigate how to ask a range of questions for an online assessment. Using teaching and learning strategies and differences when conducting an online assessment compared to traditional paper-based assessment. Explore personalised learning using learners’  eAssessment results, such as Google forms and spreadsheets. Investigate examples of eAssessment tools, such as Kahoot, Socrative, and Loru Games, with the value of incorporating digital tools into a school.

Starting with Google

TGoogle is a wonderful platform that allows you to do almost anything to assist in the classroom and in your daily lives.

From Google Forms, spreadsheets, collaboration platforms and teamwork using the various Google applications and features. 

Administrators, School Leaders & Teachers: How to reach you digitally?

Communication within schools is very important, using digital tools can really assist. Explore methods of digital communication to reach either teachers, learners or parents.

Discuss the uses for text messaging, electronic mail, social media and other forms of technology used as a form of communication. Explore the benefits of communicating effectively electronically. Explore situations where communication tools should be considered and used in schools, when engaging with staff members, parents or learners.

Google Classroom

Google Classroom is a fantastic space to create an online classroom that allows you to do assessments, rubrics, Google forms, spreadsheets for your marks.

You can have video calls with your learners through Google Meet and it is a great remote learning tool.