Blog 5

How can technology be woven throughout the scope and sequence of a course?
Wow! How do I answer a question like that? There are sooooo many ways. If you want to start out with something simple, how about you have students answer essential questions through the use of a blog. ;) Gee I wonder how I came up with that idea!? Don't get me wrong, I actually love it and think it is a great way to use simple technology in the classroom. We also have the standard answers of creating PowerPoints for instruction, creating videos for instruction, using an LMS, etc. It is definitely not difficult to use technology throughout the scope and sequence of a course, but how effective is that technology? Maybe that is the real question....Wait, that is the next question!

How can both general pedagogical and content-specific technologies be utilized effectively throughout a course?
I think this question cuts right to the chase. In the first answer, I covered some general pedagogical technologies that can be used throughout a course. What about content-specific technologies. This is where things get a little trickier for a lot of teachers. Now, I actually teach Technology, so I don't struggle too much with this. I use Microsoft Office in Computer Technology 1 & 2. I use Visual C# in Computer Programming. I use Quickbooks in Accounting. These are very content specific, but is there more we could use? I have been experimenting with this a little. I have added the use of websites and videos for students to learn computer vocabulary in Computer Technology 1. I have added the use of Codecademy in Computer Technology 1, 2, and Computer Programming. I use an LMS for all instruction. I have created videos of my lectures for those who miss class, for when I have a sub, or to provide an accommodation for those who need extra time. Would I like some more ideas? You bet! That is why I am studying Educational Technology.