I wish all of my readers a VERY VERY HAPPY EID MUBARAK.May you have a wonderful Eid.
God Bless You All.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Happy Eid Mubarak
I wish all of my readers a VERY VERY HAPPY EID MUBARAK.May you have a wonderful Eid.
God Bless You All.
Chat room....
Alsalamoalikom,
First of all I would like to say to Prof. Norizan, Prof Supyan and all of you my classmate Eid Mubarak. Actually, I want to share with you these information about what is chatroom, its uses and its benefits.Also, my point of view that chat room is useful method in learning and teaching process in this era of technology and modernalization.
Chat Rooms
A chat room is a space where a group of writers meet to carry on conversation. Unlike discussion forums that allow a writer time to compose his/her thoughts, chat rooms demand a writer's constant attention to a thread of ongoing discussion (much like a conversation) . Instructors use chat rooms mainly to engage students' thoughts on a topic, and to generate ideas for writing. While chat rooms typically do not lend themselves to polished writing, they encourage participation and can aid in the development of ideas.
Chat Room Uses
• Generate ideas for writing at the beginning of a unit.
• Start a discussion centered on the main ideas from an assigned reading.
• Print out a thread of conversation and use it to discuss the rhetorical situation - context, audience, and purpose. Use this discussion to help students understand how various cultural contexts shape writing.
• Compare how audience awareness shapes writing.
Chat Room Benefits
• Students are more inclined to participate since the context is less formal
• Many students are already familiar with chat and use it for recreational purposes
• Chat generates a lot of writing (although students tend not to recognize this medium as producing "real writing" - still you might use this opportunity to talk about what "real writing is" and why it's viewed as more valid than informal writing)
• Chat can generate ideas which may not arise during a classroom discussion.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
First of all I would like to say to Prof. Norizan, Prof Supyan and all of you my classmate Eid Mubarak. Actually, I want to share with you these information about what is chatroom, its uses and its benefits.Also, my point of view that chat room is useful method in learning and teaching process in this era of technology and modernalization.
Chat Rooms
A chat room is a space where a group of writers meet to carry on conversation. Unlike discussion forums that allow a writer time to compose his/her thoughts, chat rooms demand a writer's constant attention to a thread of ongoing discussion (much like a conversation) . Instructors use chat rooms mainly to engage students' thoughts on a topic, and to generate ideas for writing. While chat rooms typically do not lend themselves to polished writing, they encourage participation and can aid in the development of ideas.
Chat Room Uses
• Generate ideas for writing at the beginning of a unit.
• Start a discussion centered on the main ideas from an assigned reading.
• Print out a thread of conversation and use it to discuss the rhetorical situation - context, audience, and purpose. Use this discussion to help students understand how various cultural contexts shape writing.
• Compare how audience awareness shapes writing.
Chat Room Benefits
• Students are more inclined to participate since the context is less formal
• Many students are already familiar with chat and use it for recreational purposes
• Chat generates a lot of writing (although students tend not to recognize this medium as producing "real writing" - still you might use this opportunity to talk about what "real writing is" and why it's viewed as more valid than informal writing)
• Chat can generate ideas which may not arise during a classroom discussion.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Saturday, September 12, 2009
The differences between e-learning and E-learning...
Alsalamoalikom, I would like to share all of you about the differences between e-learning and E-learning.
There some differences between e-learning and E-learning. First of all, e-learning is the use of technology to enhance learning anytime and anywhere. The terms "e-learning," "distance learning," "web-based learning" and "online learning" are often used interchangeably. e-learning is more focuses into three main points which are asynchronous e-learning, synchronous e-learning and the development and management. It is worth to say that e-Learning just like traditional classroom experience as it leads to comprehension and mastery of new knowledge.
On the other hand, E-learning is emphasizing on online courses. E-learning is an electronic means which used to deliver a learning, training or education program. E-learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device in order to provide training, educational or learning material.
Thus, it seems that the difference between e-learning and E-learning is in terms of function where e-learning focuses more on learning aspect while E-learning focuses on the medium of training for distance learners.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
There some differences between e-learning and E-learning. First of all, e-learning is the use of technology to enhance learning anytime and anywhere. The terms "e-learning," "distance learning," "web-based learning" and "online learning" are often used interchangeably. e-learning is more focuses into three main points which are asynchronous e-learning, synchronous e-learning and the development and management. It is worth to say that e-Learning just like traditional classroom experience as it leads to comprehension and mastery of new knowledge.
On the other hand, E-learning is emphasizing on online courses. E-learning is an electronic means which used to deliver a learning, training or education program. E-learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device in order to provide training, educational or learning material.
Thus, it seems that the difference between e-learning and E-learning is in terms of function where e-learning focuses more on learning aspect while E-learning focuses on the medium of training for distance learners.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Islamic Song...
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Hasbi Rabbi - Sami Yusuf @ Yahoo! Video
Hasbi Rabbi - Sami Yusuf @ Yahoo! Video
Monday, August 31, 2009
Intructional technology and instructional design
Alsalamo alikom,
Each of the following models describes a learning theory and how that learning theory can be applied to improving online teaching and training materials.
First of all, the ASSURE model is an ISD (Instructional Systems Design) process that was modified to be used by teachers in the regular classroom. The ISD process is one in which teachers and trainers can use to design and develop the most appropriate learning environment for their students. Also this process can be used in writing lesson plans and in improving teaching and learning.
According to Gane’s there are nine events of instruction which include:
1.Gain attention - Start by gaining your learners' attention using an analogy, anecdote, paradox, photograph, magazine article, demonstrations or any other media.
2. Inform learner of objectives - Describe what you plan to achieve, what learners will be doing and what they may be using.
3. Stimulate recall of prior learning - Relate your new lesson to situations or knowledge that your learners are already familiar with.
4. Present stimuli with distinctive features - Describe the key points in your lesson, emphasizing distinctive features, using a variety of techniques if possible.
5. Guide learning - Present your instruction in small steps (chunking) leading from simple to complex.
6. Elicit performance - Involve learners in questioning, discussion and demonstration to confirm that they have learnt from your instruction.
7. Provide feedback - As learners respond to your questioning, provide them with reinforcement or remediation when necessary.
8. Assess performance - Use a quiz or assignment to confirm mastery of your objectives.
9. Enhance retention and learning transfer - Provide the opportunity for learners to apply the outcome of their training in a real world environment.
The ASSURE model incorporates Robert Gagne's events of instruction to assure effective use of media in instruction. Actually, the ASSURE model is based on six:
Analyze learners: Before you can begin, you must know your target audience (your students).
State objectives: Objectives are the learning outcomes, that is, what will the student get out of the lesson?
Select instructional methods, media, and materials: you are ready to select the:
• Instructional method that is most appropriate to meet the objectives.
• Media that would be best suited to work with your instructional method, the objectives, and your students.
• Materials that provide your students with the help they need in mastering the objectives.
Utilize media and materials: You should always preview the materials before using them in a class and you should also use the equipment in advance to be sure it works and you know how to use it.
Require learner participation: You should involve the students in the learning process because students learn best when they are actively involved in the learning.
Evaluate and revise: The teachers must reflect upon the lesson, the stated objectives, the instructional strategy, the instructional materials, and the assessment and determine if these elements of the lesson were effective or if one or more of them need to be changed the next time the lesson is done.
To sum up, by comparing the two models ADDIE and ASSURE we can say that in spite their differences they used to achieve the same goal which is how to provide the learners with an appropriate lesson by using Instructional Systems Design process.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Each of the following models describes a learning theory and how that learning theory can be applied to improving online teaching and training materials.
First of all, the ASSURE model is an ISD (Instructional Systems Design) process that was modified to be used by teachers in the regular classroom. The ISD process is one in which teachers and trainers can use to design and develop the most appropriate learning environment for their students. Also this process can be used in writing lesson plans and in improving teaching and learning.
According to Gane’s there are nine events of instruction which include:
1.Gain attention - Start by gaining your learners' attention using an analogy, anecdote, paradox, photograph, magazine article, demonstrations or any other media.
2. Inform learner of objectives - Describe what you plan to achieve, what learners will be doing and what they may be using.
3. Stimulate recall of prior learning - Relate your new lesson to situations or knowledge that your learners are already familiar with.
4. Present stimuli with distinctive features - Describe the key points in your lesson, emphasizing distinctive features, using a variety of techniques if possible.
5. Guide learning - Present your instruction in small steps (chunking) leading from simple to complex.
6. Elicit performance - Involve learners in questioning, discussion and demonstration to confirm that they have learnt from your instruction.
7. Provide feedback - As learners respond to your questioning, provide them with reinforcement or remediation when necessary.
8. Assess performance - Use a quiz or assignment to confirm mastery of your objectives.
9. Enhance retention and learning transfer - Provide the opportunity for learners to apply the outcome of their training in a real world environment.
The ASSURE model incorporates Robert Gagne's events of instruction to assure effective use of media in instruction. Actually, the ASSURE model is based on six:
Analyze learners: Before you can begin, you must know your target audience (your students).
State objectives: Objectives are the learning outcomes, that is, what will the student get out of the lesson?
Select instructional methods, media, and materials: you are ready to select the:
• Instructional method that is most appropriate to meet the objectives.
• Media that would be best suited to work with your instructional method, the objectives, and your students.
• Materials that provide your students with the help they need in mastering the objectives.
Utilize media and materials: You should always preview the materials before using them in a class and you should also use the equipment in advance to be sure it works and you know how to use it.
Require learner participation: You should involve the students in the learning process because students learn best when they are actively involved in the learning.
Evaluate and revise: The teachers must reflect upon the lesson, the stated objectives, the instructional strategy, the instructional materials, and the assessment and determine if these elements of the lesson were effective or if one or more of them need to be changed the next time the lesson is done.
To sum up, by comparing the two models ADDIE and ASSURE we can say that in spite their differences they used to achieve the same goal which is how to provide the learners with an appropriate lesson by using Instructional Systems Design process.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Thursday, August 27, 2009
The difference between HTML&XML ......
How fantastic to be member in this valuable group!! I appreciate being in this group as we can express our ideas and exchange knowledge. XML and HTML are different and they both have different goals. They are designed for different purposes. Actually, XML is used to hold data and data is well described. However, HTML is used to display the data in a formatted way. According to these basic definitions I can come up with the definition of XHTML, and the differences between HTML, XTHML, and XML.
1-What is XHTML?
XHTML, or Extensible Hypertext Markup Language is one of the most modern building materials for creating web pages. As a computer programming language that is supported by web browsers and a growing number of other applications, XHTML's purpose it to provide formatting to content using Markup.
2-What is the difference between HTML, XTHML, and XML?
XHTML is a transitional step from previous markup languages such as SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Language) and HTML(Hypertext Markup Language). XHTML is very similar to HTML as it shares the same expressive possibilities, but has a stricter syntax (more rules/practices to follow).Whereas HTML was an application of SGML,a very flexible markup language, XHTML is an application of XML, a more restrictive subset of SGML. Currently web browsing technologies support XHTML and HTML, but cannot however support XML in it's original form. XML must be transformed and delivered into a document browsing technologies can understand, the general choice is XHTML.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
1-What is XHTML?
XHTML, or Extensible Hypertext Markup Language is one of the most modern building materials for creating web pages. As a computer programming language that is supported by web browsers and a growing number of other applications, XHTML's purpose it to provide formatting to content using Markup.
2-What is the difference between HTML, XTHML, and XML?
XHTML is a transitional step from previous markup languages such as SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Language) and HTML(Hypertext Markup Language). XHTML is very similar to HTML as it shares the same expressive possibilities, but has a stricter syntax (more rules/practices to follow).Whereas HTML was an application of SGML,a very flexible markup language, XHTML is an application of XML, a more restrictive subset of SGML. Currently web browsing technologies support XHTML and HTML, but cannot however support XML in it's original form. XML must be transformed and delivered into a document browsing technologies can understand, the general choice is XHTML.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Libyan delicious food....
This dish is called couscus. If you try it, I am sure that you will like it!!!
Our Libyan traditional food....
'Bazeen' Libyan traditional food.... you can only eat this with your hands and you have to share the dish.....
My reaction on Test your understanding......
Hi everyone I have already done the quiz on CALL and it was a valuable experience as you test your understanding without the pressure of the exam with more relaxing and confidence. I am so proud to tell you that I have got from the first attempt 100% for questions CALL 1, 2 & 4, and for CALL 3 I have got 97%. I was excited as I was doing the quiz. In my opinion, it is an excellent idea and way in teaching and learning a language.
Actually, I will apply this fantastic approach when I go back to my country.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Actually, I will apply this fantastic approach when I go back to my country.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Definition of URL....
Alsalamualakum,
It is a pleasure to me to deal with such lovely group like you!!!
I would like to participate in answering this question:
What is a URL?
A URL, or Uniform Resource Locator, is the location of a file on the Web. When you type the address of a Web page into your browser, you are typing a URL. Therefore, URL specifies the address of a file and every file on the Internet has a unique address. Web software uses the URL to retrieve a file from the computer on which it resides.
In this sense, the first part of the address is called a protocol identifier and it indicates what protocol to use, and the second part is called a resource name and it specifies the IP address or the domain name where the resource is located. Actually, the protocol identifier and the resource name are separated by a colon and two forward slashes.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
It is a pleasure to me to deal with such lovely group like you!!!
I would like to participate in answering this question:
What is a URL?
A URL, or Uniform Resource Locator, is the location of a file on the Web. When you type the address of a Web page into your browser, you are typing a URL. Therefore, URL specifies the address of a file and every file on the Internet has a unique address. Web software uses the URL to retrieve a file from the computer on which it resides.
In this sense, the first part of the address is called a protocol identifier and it indicates what protocol to use, and the second part is called a resource name and it specifies the IP address or the domain name where the resource is located. Actually, the protocol identifier and the resource name are separated by a colon and two forward slashes.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Monday, August 24, 2009
The impact of English as a global language on non- English speakers
Alsalamualikum,
Ramadan Mubarak to all of you. Actually, I haven’t attended the speech that given by Dr. Alan Maley that Friday, because I have a lecture at the same time. To some extent, I can contribute with you in this issue, due to its importance in our life. According to the three important books on international English are Phillipson's "Linguistic Imperialism" (1992) , Crystal's "English as a Global Language" (1997)and , Kachru's "The Alchemy of English" (1986), a crucial lesson that can be drawn is that one walks a very thin line when dealing with such a politically charged topic as the spread of English in a global context. However, the question that always arises itself is Why English is an international language in this global context, and to what extent, can English as an international language serve to perform acts of identity?
It is obvious that it is a complicated question; so I will state my point of view.
Actually,the two major forces which spread English throughout the world are British colonialism in the 19th and American capitalism in the 20th century. Clearly, the most important reason of considering English as an international language in this global context is the association of English with modern technology, economic progress and internationalization; as a result this encouraged people all over the word to learn English. Concerning if English as an international language can serve to perform acts of identity or not, it is worth to say that language is quite connected to cultural identities, even persons who have a new national identity they still belongs to their cultural identity and the use of their culture’s language is a good evidence of this claim, for example Indians and Chinese who live in Malaysia, they have the Malaysian national identity and they affected by the Malaysian culture, they also use the language of Malay but they still belongs to their cultural identities through many things like mother tongue, customs, clothes, and religion beliefs.
Thus, our language and our cultural identity are integral, what we speak, what we utter in a specific language is restricted our cultural identity gives us a location in the world and presents the link between us and the society in which we live. As a result, my point of view about this issue is that English actually cannot form our identity for many reasons. To same extent, there is no escape from admitting that English play an important role in our lives, so I consider that English help to perform acts of identity at work place and educational institutions.
In my point of view that Language is a lingua franca that means even teaching materials are perfect English and grammar is perfect, the learners still cannot be as a native speaker of that language.
Therefore, I strongly agree with what Omaya said about Dr Alan Maley’s suggestion on the different methods of teaching English; by using comprehensible English in classroom which will be suitable to all students’ cognitive abilities and social contexts. In my opinion, we should encourage the appropriateness of English language for local purposes around the world in our pedagogy and curriculum in order to get the benefit of English to the learner himself and his society.
To sum up, I believe that in a multilingual world where learners may be belong to more than one speech community; their main goal is not to become a native speaker of English, but to use this language as a tool for interaction among other languages and cultures.
What do you think?
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Ramadan Mubarak to all of you. Actually, I haven’t attended the speech that given by Dr. Alan Maley that Friday, because I have a lecture at the same time. To some extent, I can contribute with you in this issue, due to its importance in our life. According to the three important books on international English are Phillipson's "Linguistic Imperialism" (1992) , Crystal's "English as a Global Language" (1997)and , Kachru's "The Alchemy of English" (1986), a crucial lesson that can be drawn is that one walks a very thin line when dealing with such a politically charged topic as the spread of English in a global context. However, the question that always arises itself is Why English is an international language in this global context, and to what extent, can English as an international language serve to perform acts of identity?
It is obvious that it is a complicated question; so I will state my point of view.
Actually,the two major forces which spread English throughout the world are British colonialism in the 19th and American capitalism in the 20th century. Clearly, the most important reason of considering English as an international language in this global context is the association of English with modern technology, economic progress and internationalization; as a result this encouraged people all over the word to learn English. Concerning if English as an international language can serve to perform acts of identity or not, it is worth to say that language is quite connected to cultural identities, even persons who have a new national identity they still belongs to their cultural identity and the use of their culture’s language is a good evidence of this claim, for example Indians and Chinese who live in Malaysia, they have the Malaysian national identity and they affected by the Malaysian culture, they also use the language of Malay but they still belongs to their cultural identities through many things like mother tongue, customs, clothes, and religion beliefs.
Thus, our language and our cultural identity are integral, what we speak, what we utter in a specific language is restricted our cultural identity gives us a location in the world and presents the link between us and the society in which we live. As a result, my point of view about this issue is that English actually cannot form our identity for many reasons. To same extent, there is no escape from admitting that English play an important role in our lives, so I consider that English help to perform acts of identity at work place and educational institutions.
In my point of view that Language is a lingua franca that means even teaching materials are perfect English and grammar is perfect, the learners still cannot be as a native speaker of that language.
Therefore, I strongly agree with what Omaya said about Dr Alan Maley’s suggestion on the different methods of teaching English; by using comprehensible English in classroom which will be suitable to all students’ cognitive abilities and social contexts. In my opinion, we should encourage the appropriateness of English language for local purposes around the world in our pedagogy and curriculum in order to get the benefit of English to the learner himself and his society.
To sum up, I believe that in a multilingual world where learners may be belong to more than one speech community; their main goal is not to become a native speaker of English, but to use this language as a tool for interaction among other languages and cultures.
What do you think?
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
My reaction...
Actually, the talk that was given by Prof. Richard Cameron last Thursday was interesting, informative, and meaningful. It was about social networking and its impact on teaching and learning process. To a large extent, social network is largely used among the younger generations such as chat on line, blogs and so on.., but the thing that was new to me and attractive my attention!! was how to apply all of these social technologies as a helpful method in education system.As well as during the lecture Prof. Richard Cameron linked the previous concept to the using Web 2.0 Paradigm to design an online academic research and learning community. Actually, he illustrated clearly the differences between "Web 2.0" and "Web 1.0" and the advantages by using "Web2.0".In terms of social networking types I can say that there are other ones besides facebook, Friendster, MySpace, and tagged, which are Cyworld, Bebo, Second life, Neing, Orkut, Hi5, Twitter, Multiply and Flixter, bulletin board and forum. Absolutely, I agree with Farah that before thinking of how such technology enhance teaching and learning and adapt it in the classroom setting, we should bear in mind if the learners are IT literate or not. In my opinion, we have to work on this area first.In my point of view, the usage of social networking could be implemented to facilitate language learning and teaching. For example, as we do right now in this forum as all the students' writing will be published in the bulletin board and everybody could see it. So they will be more careful about their writing in order to capture their lecturers' and friends' attention, as a result this will help them in developing their writing skills. To sum up, my reaction on that lecture is that I think it was a good chance to meet people from another country and different culture to exchange the knowledge. What is your opinion?
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Libyan costume
This is our traditional costume. Actually, it is fantastic and makes the women more attractive. However, it is very expensive because it is made from silk as well as you have to wear gold with it. I love it and I think you will like it.
CALL...
Alsalamualukum, I would like to answer the questions about CALL and share with you my experience. CALL is an abbreviation for Computer Assisted Language Learning. According to Warschauer & Healey (1998), this 40-year period divided into: behaviorist CALL, communicative CALL, and integrative CALL. Each stage corresponds to a certain level of technology and certain pedagogical theories. From what I have read on CALL's definitions it is clear that the usage of computer is related with the process of teaching and learning.
In addition, the three theories imply that the way the learning environment is set up is a powerful determinant of the effectiveness of language learning. To behaviorists, the stimuli that reinforce desired learning results must be present to promote learning. The cognitive theorists, although subscribe to the belief that language learning is preprogrammed, actually indicate that the learning environment must provide room for the autonomous learner to reflect and make mistakes. The constructivists, of course, place lots of importance in an interactive learning environment in sustaining meaningful learning.
The biggest differences among the three theories are in their views on the roles of the teacher and the learner. The teacher is the facilitator of learning in constructivism, the reference point for clues and advice in cognitivism and the dictator of learning in behaviorism. The learner, in comparison, is the active and interactive participant in constructivism, autonomous in cognitivism and functions according to tabula rasa in behaviorism.
So according to the integrated theory of these three theories that the learning process should be meaningful by involving the learner in this process.
In my country Libya the process of teaching and learning was done
in conventional ways by using the blackboard and chalk to teach the students. I must admit that the environment of learning in my country was dull. From my experience, learning in that way is very boring. These clearly show that CALL is more effective to be applied in
teaching and learning rather than the tradition method which is less interesting. As far as we came to Malaysia and starting our master program in UKM, we realized the importance of technology like computer and software. This is because all our study here demands knowing how to use computer and how to deal with the power point.
At the first time I have got a shock and I asked myself how to deal with such modern technology. Actually after that I felt how interesting and effective way in delivering the lessons. Also using software in writing essay help me to write much better rather than the conventional way using pen and paper, as there are grammar checker, and spelling checker which was helpful.
To sum up, CALL will bring benefit to the students and the
teachers. In fact I have decided to take this course to understand how to apply computer in our education system when I go back to my country to be up to date with the latest technology in language teaching and learning.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
In addition, the three theories imply that the way the learning environment is set up is a powerful determinant of the effectiveness of language learning. To behaviorists, the stimuli that reinforce desired learning results must be present to promote learning. The cognitive theorists, although subscribe to the belief that language learning is preprogrammed, actually indicate that the learning environment must provide room for the autonomous learner to reflect and make mistakes. The constructivists, of course, place lots of importance in an interactive learning environment in sustaining meaningful learning.
The biggest differences among the three theories are in their views on the roles of the teacher and the learner. The teacher is the facilitator of learning in constructivism, the reference point for clues and advice in cognitivism and the dictator of learning in behaviorism. The learner, in comparison, is the active and interactive participant in constructivism, autonomous in cognitivism and functions according to tabula rasa in behaviorism.
So according to the integrated theory of these three theories that the learning process should be meaningful by involving the learner in this process.
In my country Libya the process of teaching and learning was done
in conventional ways by using the blackboard and chalk to teach the students. I must admit that the environment of learning in my country was dull. From my experience, learning in that way is very boring. These clearly show that CALL is more effective to be applied in
teaching and learning rather than the tradition method which is less interesting. As far as we came to Malaysia and starting our master program in UKM, we realized the importance of technology like computer and software. This is because all our study here demands knowing how to use computer and how to deal with the power point.
At the first time I have got a shock and I asked myself how to deal with such modern technology. Actually after that I felt how interesting and effective way in delivering the lessons. Also using software in writing essay help me to write much better rather than the conventional way using pen and paper, as there are grammar checker, and spelling checker which was helpful.
To sum up, CALL will bring benefit to the students and the
teachers. In fact I have decided to take this course to understand how to apply computer in our education system when I go back to my country to be up to date with the latest technology in language teaching and learning.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Technology
,
I am so happy that I am one of the members in this fantastic group, as we share our experiences and knowledge in such an interactive way. First of all, I would like to define the technology before I start talking about educational technology and its role in education (teaching and learning). Actually, technology is the new stuff, like computers, energy-efficient light bulbs, high-speed trains, space flight, nanotechnology, TV and so on…So; we can say that technology is every thing in our life. It is not evil, nor is it good. Frankly, its advantages and disadvantages depend on how the person uses the technology in a right way.
To a large extent, electronic technology has dramatically penetrated into every area of society, and every aspect of our social and cultural lives.
In the past technology education has evolved through craft, or technical skills, education - from Industrial Arts and Manual Training. Industrial Arts programs were also known as "shop classes", a derivation of "workshop". Today, technology education students generally work in labs and perform laboratory activities. In the past, many referred to the work areas used in technology education as "shops", however, many teachers have encouraged students to use the term "lab". Also, using power point instead of the traditional manner.
In my opinion, the students and teachers will get the benefits of using technology in education as it facilitates the teaching and learning process.
In terms of education technology is that to support students teaching themselves with, of course, their teachers’ guidance. Today’s technology, though, offers students all kinds of new, highly effective tools they can use to learn on their own – from the Internet with almost all the information, to search and research tools to sort out what is true and relevant, to analysis tools to help make sense of it, to creation tools to present one’s findings in a variety of media, to social tools to network and collaborate with people around the world. And while the teacher can and should be a guide, most of these tools are best used by students, not teachers.
Finally, I would give you some information about instructional technology and how is it different from instructional design.
Instructional Design is the systematic process of translating general principles of learning and instruction into plans for instructional materials and learning.
Instructional Technology:
Instructional technology is the systemic and systematic application of strategies and techniques derived from behavioral, cognitive, and constructivist theories to the solution of instructional problems.
Instructional Technology = Instructional Design + Instructional Development
Instructional technology is the systematic application of theory and other organized knowledge to the task of instructional design and development.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
I am so happy that I am one of the members in this fantastic group, as we share our experiences and knowledge in such an interactive way. First of all, I would like to define the technology before I start talking about educational technology and its role in education (teaching and learning). Actually, technology is the new stuff, like computers, energy-efficient light bulbs, high-speed trains, space flight, nanotechnology, TV and so on…So; we can say that technology is every thing in our life. It is not evil, nor is it good. Frankly, its advantages and disadvantages depend on how the person uses the technology in a right way.
To a large extent, electronic technology has dramatically penetrated into every area of society, and every aspect of our social and cultural lives.
In the past technology education has evolved through craft, or technical skills, education - from Industrial Arts and Manual Training. Industrial Arts programs were also known as "shop classes", a derivation of "workshop". Today, technology education students generally work in labs and perform laboratory activities. In the past, many referred to the work areas used in technology education as "shops", however, many teachers have encouraged students to use the term "lab". Also, using power point instead of the traditional manner.
In my opinion, the students and teachers will get the benefits of using technology in education as it facilitates the teaching and learning process.
In terms of education technology is that to support students teaching themselves with, of course, their teachers’ guidance. Today’s technology, though, offers students all kinds of new, highly effective tools they can use to learn on their own – from the Internet with almost all the information, to search and research tools to sort out what is true and relevant, to analysis tools to help make sense of it, to creation tools to present one’s findings in a variety of media, to social tools to network and collaborate with people around the world. And while the teacher can and should be a guide, most of these tools are best used by students, not teachers.
Finally, I would give you some information about instructional technology and how is it different from instructional design.
Instructional Design is the systematic process of translating general principles of learning and instruction into plans for instructional materials and learning.
Instructional Technology:
Instructional technology is the systemic and systematic application of strategies and techniques derived from behavioral, cognitive, and constructivist theories to the solution of instructional problems.
Instructional Technology = Instructional Design + Instructional Development
Instructional technology is the systematic application of theory and other organized knowledge to the task of instructional design and development.
Mufida Ali Ghwela. P48346
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
assignment #1...Website Evaluation
Mufida Ali Ghwela P48346
Website Evaluation for www.manythings.org
This website is described as a fun study site for learners of English as a Second Language (ESL), and as a Foreign Language (EFL). There are word games, puzzles, quizzes, and exercises to practice various grammar rules, vocabulary lists, and the writing of various sentence patterns. In addition, there are activities to investigate proverbs, slangs, and idioms. This site is unique in that offers visitors “listen and repeat” podcasts that teaches songs and tells jokes. In my point of view, the site’s title “Many Things” is appropriate, as visitors to this site are offered a wealth of information on the parts of the English language as well as various activities to promote learning. Actually, I glanced about four websites, but this website attractive me more because of its way in delivering the knowledge by using images and videos of how to pronounce different sounds in English.
The content is clearly defined on the home page as it focuses on the four skills of language; listening, speaking, reading and writing. In my opinion, the content of this site is accurate, good, useful and usable content, easy to navigate, as well as entertaining presentation of content. For example, the content of the Vocabulary section is not only accurate and complete, but is also well organized. For example, the “Beginner’s English Vocabulary Words Lists” are divided into the following categories: Body, Colors, Days of the Week, Months, Numbers 1-10 and Numbers 1-20. Users are instructed to study a set of words then choose a game. Instructions for games, puzzles and quizzes are described in simple terms and the content is tied to the vocabulary lists. The site does a great job of intertwining content and fun.
Crucially, multimedia elements are available in this site. The website makes exceptional use of technology to promote learning, as users can choose from a variety of activities to practice the English language. The site’s use of graphics, sounds, and animation is effective to reinforce learning. Familiar sounds are used to indicate correct and incorrect responses; a bell and buzz respectively. The graphics and animation work together to keep the user engaged in the learning process. To a large extent, the multimedia is interesting and relevant, for instance, the videos of pronunciation and minimal pairs. Also, feedback is given throughout the activity and is summarized at the end.
In terms of font and color, I can say that they are attractive and visible where the color is very simple and clear almost white. The home page is tidy and the front is visible, and the headlines are in bold font. Actually, it was a priceless, exciting and enjoyable experience for me. Absolutely, I would recommend this website to the students especially the beginners as it will be helpful and invaluable for their benefit.
Website Evaluation for www.manythings.org
This website is described as a fun study site for learners of English as a Second Language (ESL), and as a Foreign Language (EFL). There are word games, puzzles, quizzes, and exercises to practice various grammar rules, vocabulary lists, and the writing of various sentence patterns. In addition, there are activities to investigate proverbs, slangs, and idioms. This site is unique in that offers visitors “listen and repeat” podcasts that teaches songs and tells jokes. In my point of view, the site’s title “Many Things” is appropriate, as visitors to this site are offered a wealth of information on the parts of the English language as well as various activities to promote learning. Actually, I glanced about four websites, but this website attractive me more because of its way in delivering the knowledge by using images and videos of how to pronounce different sounds in English.
The content is clearly defined on the home page as it focuses on the four skills of language; listening, speaking, reading and writing. In my opinion, the content of this site is accurate, good, useful and usable content, easy to navigate, as well as entertaining presentation of content. For example, the content of the Vocabulary section is not only accurate and complete, but is also well organized. For example, the “Beginner’s English Vocabulary Words Lists” are divided into the following categories: Body, Colors, Days of the Week, Months, Numbers 1-10 and Numbers 1-20. Users are instructed to study a set of words then choose a game. Instructions for games, puzzles and quizzes are described in simple terms and the content is tied to the vocabulary lists. The site does a great job of intertwining content and fun.
Crucially, multimedia elements are available in this site. The website makes exceptional use of technology to promote learning, as users can choose from a variety of activities to practice the English language. The site’s use of graphics, sounds, and animation is effective to reinforce learning. Familiar sounds are used to indicate correct and incorrect responses; a bell and buzz respectively. The graphics and animation work together to keep the user engaged in the learning process. To a large extent, the multimedia is interesting and relevant, for instance, the videos of pronunciation and minimal pairs. Also, feedback is given throughout the activity and is summarized at the end.
In terms of font and color, I can say that they are attractive and visible where the color is very simple and clear almost white. The home page is tidy and the front is visible, and the headlines are in bold font. Actually, it was a priceless, exciting and enjoyable experience for me. Absolutely, I would recommend this website to the students especially the beginners as it will be helpful and invaluable for their benefit.
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