1) The document discusses applying Standard 5 of the College of Education's conceptual framework, which relates to using technology. 2) The author took an introduction to technology course which taught useful programs to facilitate the educational process, such as a program for creating mental maps. 3) As a project, the author created a mental map of concepts using this program, finding it quick, easy to use, and a realistic application of Standard 5. The program helped summarize lessons and was more creative than paper maps.

1. Department of Curriculum and Instruction / ELT Unit
College of Education
Sultan Qaboos University
Reflection paper:
Applying Standard five of
CF, through my studying
at College of Education
Done by:
Tasneem AL Tubi - 106430
Course code and name: CUTM4500 - Teaching practice
Practicum school: Aiysha Al Rasybia for Basic Education (5-9)
Supervisor: Ms. Nada Al Washahi

2. Technology is one of the most important topics that must be applied by
the graduate of the Faculty of Education. What is not hidden to everyone
that we are in the era of speed and technology. Today technology has
become in every aspect of our lives. Technology has also made most
things easier than before for us to communicate and accomplish different
tasks. In addition, the world's vision is to build an advanced learning
society based on digital and electronic education.
The use of technology in education opens a wide portal of knowledge and
science. It also added a qualitative shift to the employment of education
between the present and the past. Traditional educational methods have
become less widespread. While technology overwhelmed and became
more powerful. Therefore, the graduate of the Faculty of Education must
be familiar with the learning programs that can be used to facilitate the
lessons. "Do not be less of a match for your students, use social media of
reaching out, learn about new technology, so that you can understand
your students and bring them to knowledge in a modern and useful way!"
this was what Dr, Ali told us once.
This criterion reminds me of the conceptual framework of the College of
Education, specifically the fifth criterion. The standard talks about the use

3. of technology. The student of the Faculty of Education must be able to
use technology and diversify in modern programs in order to facilitate the
explanation of lessons for students. I remember well that in the summer I
took an introduction to technology. It was really the funniest and easiest
course I took. Because I learned several programs that facilitate the
educational process. I have studied various programs and methods that
make it easy to explain lessons. As teachers, we have an overview of
technology and how to use it in life.
One of the best projects to implement it was to develop a mental map of
concepts through the use of a program for the preparation of mental
maps. I was surprised by the existence of such a specialized program. We
applied a mental map to a lesson. The map was quick, easy and clear. It
also shortened time instead of using paper maps. It was also colored maps
and contained creative forms. I chose this project because it is a live and
realistic application of the fifth item of the CF, graduates of the Faculty of
Education related to the use of technology. As this project serves me
accurately in facilitating and summarizing lessons and grammar. It also
matches the use of diverse technology. It is possible to make summaries
for students via using this program.
In addition, this project deepens the concept of the importance of using
technology in various fields. The use of technology can be done by
displaying YouTube educational clips, useful sites, using a variety of
programs, or even facilitating student assessment through the use of
technology. In addition, the Internet facilitates the search process among
students. Moreover, it builds their vast culture. Self-education is based on

4. the use of technology. It is important that the teacher learn about
everything new. This program was specialized and related to what can be
offered to students in different stages of study.
If I had a chance to develop this project, I would apply it to various
courses. I also think that one course on technology is not enough for
students. We need more of these decisions. Alternatively, at the very least
to provide us with workshops to update us with all new technology-
related. I was also very happy that we were different from the rest of the
crowd. Because we will use a site that specializes in displaying the
comprehensive graduation file. An Enjazi portfolio itself is a gateway for
the optimal use of modern technology.