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Unit 1: Self-Reflection and Experiences Using Supplemental Technology for Instruction

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Unit 1: Objectives and Purpose

  • By completing the survey, you will assess your existing knowledge and understanding of how digital technologies and programs facilitate instruction
  • You will create a self-reflective post on the interactive Padet discussion board
  • You will compare your experiences with that of others and provide constructive feedback to peers, citing evidence to support your suggestions for improvement

The purpose of this unit is to establish our baseline for learning. Additionally, we will take the needed time to self-reflect on our experiences and share out these instances with peers.

Introduction & At a Glance

Let's dive right into the world of presentation software and instruction. How have you taken your level of instruction up a notch with programs, such as Powerpoint and Prezi? Here, we will begin with determining your existing knowledge of digital technologies through an informative, engaging survey. From there, we will take a moment to reflect on our experiences when implementing said platforms through the discussion board. We will compare and contrast our experiences, as well as offer suggestions for future improvement!

Lesson 1: How Familiar are We with Presentation Platforms for Instructional Purposes?

Overview

How can we move forward without knowing where we currently stand? Let's establish our current understanding of presentation platforms for instructional purposes. Which do programs, if any, do you frequently use? What educational need does it help to support? Here we are able to determine the reasoning behind our very own thought processes, whether it is comfort, familiarity, administrative influence, exposure and popularity! If you do not have any prior experience, not to worry! By the end of the course, you will be able to add the Prezi platform to your educator's tool kit!

Activity: Survey

Assessing Prior Knowledge and Understanding Survey

Take a moment to carefully complete the following survey. Click here to complete the survey

Lesson 2: Reflection on Supplemental Technology for Instruction

Overview

Now that we have determined our level of understanding and knowledge, let's critically reflect on our personal experiences when using said presentation platforms for instruction. Carefully consider how you may have used these platforms and their results. Did this platform allow you to visually convey content to promote understanding? Were your students highly engaged or did passive learning ensue? Be sure to express your thoughts in the Padlet discussion forum.

Activity: Self- Reflection and Peer Discussion

Unit 1: Padlet Discussion Board

Complete reflective post on Padlet discussion board. Click on https://padlet.com/ricci_tara/ex9hlm9c3pk3


Find rubrics + grading criteria for posts below (helpful tip- make sure to carefully review before moving forward with activity):

Click here for the rubric for Initial Post

Click here for the rubric for Peer Response Post


New to Padlet? Do not fret! Click here to watch the tutorial video on how to add a post!

A Look Ahead...

In the next unit, we will take a critical look at Prezi and Powerpoint presentation platforms. How are they similar? How are they different? Which functions make for a highly effective presentation that supports instruction?

Click here to find out!

Navigating the Course

Proceed to Unit 2: Popular Assistive Technologies in Education- Prezi and Powerpoint

Return to Integration and Application of Prezi in the Secondary Classroom | Unit 3: Design and Application of Prezi Presentation as Instructional Support Aid | Tara Ricci

Extended Resources

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