Learning Coach: 2011 Top Trends
I chose to look at the learning coach “Learning Technology Trends To Watch In 2011” since we are in the midst of a technological revolution. The world of education is being revolutionised as a result of the influx of digital technologies. This article introduces readers to new digital technologies for teaching and learning such as iPad and tablet, learning in 3D, LMS and other web 2.0 tools. These tools are transforming how we think about teaching and learning. The author of the article did a good job on providing suggestions on how the tools can be effectively integrated in teaching and learning. This article is a good choice for educators who wants to keep abreast with emerging technologies in education in an attempt to effectively cater to todays’ digital age learners.
Everywhere, globally, people of all ages are learning with the aid of new technologies. These create learning opportunities that challenge traditional pedagogical practices since they provide rich engaging learning opportunities that promotes learning. As a result of these new technologies learners can take education out of the brick and mortar and into homes, libraries, workplaces or wherever they can. They can also choose what they want to learn, when they want to learn and how they want to learn.
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Everton Walker 2:21 pm on September 15, 2011 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Very much so. Technology has unleashed the tightened grip on learning and is now providing learners with many choices. I can use this experience with UBC as the perfect example. Through technology, I am not confined to any classroom or any set environment; but can now learn at my convenience.
Keisha Edwards-Hamilton 7:42 pm on September 15, 2011 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Quite so Everton!
mcquaid 3:48 pm on September 17, 2011 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Hi, Keisha.
You are right about how these new technologies can move technology to places where people want them (and sometimes when they want them, too). I was less impressed with the article than you, though, I think. I wanted more from the author in terms of information, suggestions, and sources.
Cheers,
Stephen