Module 5: Moving Toward Dynamic Technologies
Please visit my wiki to see the static vs. dynamic technologies chart.
http://charlottevaughn1.wikispaces.com/
As new technologies are becoming emerged into learning experiences in the classroom it is essential that educators select technologies that provide effective and specific outcomes. “Technology can be conceptualized along a continuum of static to dynamic” (Moller, 2008). Static technologies are those that allow the learners to gather information, while dynamic technologies enable learners to gain a deeper understanding of content.
In considering where I am on the “static-dynamic continuum,” I believe I am moving toward the middle of the continuum. I utilize several technologies that provide my students with information and a few that enable them to collaborate and receive content that enable them to gain a deeper understanding of knowledge.
I believe that I can begin to move toward the dynamic end of the “static-dynamic continuum” by obtaining information about new technologies and utilize them in my classroom. Therefore, I must be aware of the new technologies and determine ways to use them effectively in my classroom, so that I can have my students’ utilze these new technologies.
Moller, L. (2008). Static and dynamic technological tools. [Unpublished Paper].
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Great mind map! When it comes to the “static-dynamic continuum,” I think I am in that in between phase as well. Not all the way there but on the road to that destination.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte,
ReplyDeleteI love your mind map. While I feel that most of the activities that my students find interesting are static, I am constantly looking for ways to integrate technology so it is both engaging and dynamic.
Holly
Charlotte, as you stated,"being able to determine ways" to utilize dynamic technologies is the reason, over the duration of this course, I have projected a timeline that hopefully I will be comfortable and adept at using them.
ReplyDeleteAlso, please visit Carol Lee's blogspot and view her mindmap, I think you will like it as much as do. http://carollee387.blogspot.com/