Instructional software can provide learning experiences not possible in a traditional classroom. Determining the relative advantage of educational software over traditional methods is important. Software can be used for drill and practice, tutorials, simulations, educational games, and applications. It should engage students, provide feedback, and have instructional value. Examples of useful software include math fact programs, simulations of historical events, and science tutorials. Teachers must evaluate software's ability to effectively support learning.
Why Develop A Toolkit? (1/2 hour)
• Future building our classrooms - Planning for technology
trends and supporting evidence based practice
• Assistive Technology is too powerful not to have a plan
What is in my Toolkit? (3 hours)
1. Key components:
• Quality Indicators in Assistive Technology (QIAT)
• S.E.T.T. Framework
• Technology rubrics, decision-making frameworks and
AT search tools
• Action Research and data
2. What does your toolkit look like?
• Case studies and examples
• Developing your own toolkit – future actions
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Edtech tools and solutions have helped in easing the day-to-day operations of education professionals.
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Why Develop A Toolkit? (1/2 hour)
• Future building our classrooms - Planning for technology
trends and supporting evidence based practice
• Assistive Technology is too powerful not to have a plan
What is in my Toolkit? (3 hours)
1. Key components:
• Quality Indicators in Assistive Technology (QIAT)
• S.E.T.T. Framework
• Technology rubrics, decision-making frameworks and
AT search tools
• Action Research and data
2. What does your toolkit look like?
• Case studies and examples
• Developing your own toolkit – future actions
14 amazing tools and solutions for education professionalsKavika Roy
Edtech tools and solutions have helped in easing the day-to-day operations of education professionals.
Here, we have compiled 14 edtech tools and solutions for education professionals that you should check out if you want to turbocharge your processes.
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Traditional Training MethodsThe communication of learne.docxjuliennehar
Traditional Training Methods
“The communication of learned capabilities is primarily one way, from the trainer to the audience (Noe, 2017).”
Technology-based Training Methods
“…content is provided stand-alone, using software or DVDs with no connection to the Internet (Noe, 2017).”
References
Noe, R. (2017). Employee Training & Development, 7th
Edition. Retrieved from https://devry.vitalsource.com/#/
books/1260428028 /cfi/6/38!/4/2/16/8/8/2/
4/[email protected]:54.3
Chapter Eight
Technology-Based Training Methods
Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
1. Explain how new technologies are influencing training.
2. Evaluate a web-based training site.
3. Explain how learning and transfer of training are enhanced by new training technologies.
4. Explain the strengths and limitations of e-learning, mobile learning training methods (such as iPads), and simulations.
5. Explain the different types of social media and the conditions conducive to their use for training.
6. Describe to a manager the different types of distance learning.
7. Recommend what should be included in an electronic performance support system.
8. Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of traditional training methods versus those of technology-based training methods.
9. Identify and explain the benefits of learning management systems.
Time and Location Don’t Stall Learning at Nissan
Nissan has more than 150,000 people working around the world, including automobile production locations in twenty countries and product markets in more than 160 countries. To ensure that the company could meet its global plans for growth and expansion, Nissan identified sixty high-potential employees who needed to develop the skills and competencies that would prepare them to be successful in their careers. The high-potential employees worked in different functional areas, levels, and locations, including Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. For these employees, face-to-face interaction in a classroom would be invaluable because it would help them develop and expand their professional network and work together on group projects. Also, classroom instruction would ensure that the employees would receive a consistent message and approach to developing leadership skills and competencies based on Nissan’s core business principles and331their questions could be immediately answered by the instructor or facilitator. But face-to-face classroom instruction was unrealistic because these employees could not be away from their work for an extended period of time and traveling to one location for training from sites around the world was too expensive.
To gain the benefits of face-to-face instruction and overcome time and travel challenges, Nissan created an e-learning program, which included a virtual classroom. This allowed Nissan to combine the strengths of a classroom experience, including relationship building ...
Why Develop A Toolkit? (1/2 hour)
• Future building our classrooms - Planning for technology
trends and supporting evidence based practice
• Assistive Technology is too powerful not to have a plan
What is in my Toolkit? (3 hours)
1. Key components:
• Quality Indicators in Assistive Technology (QIAT)
• S.E.T.T. Framework
• Technology rubrics, decision-making frameworks and
AT search tools
• Action Research and data
2. What does your toolkit look like?
• Case studies and examples
• Developing your own toolkit – future actions
Chapter EightTechnology-Based Training MethodsObjectivesAfte.docxmccormicknadine86
Chapter Eight
Technology-Based Training Methods
Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
1. Explain how new technologies are influencing training.
2. Evaluate a web-based training site.
3. Explain how learning and transfer of training are enhanced by new training technologies.
4. Explain the strengths and limitations of e-learning, mobile learning training methods (such as iPads), and simulations.
5. Explain the different types of social media and the conditions conducive to their use for training.
6. Describe to a manager the different types of distance learning.
7. Recommend what should be included in an electronic performance support system.
8. Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of traditional training methods versus those of technology-based training methods.
9. Identify and explain the benefits of learning management systems.
Time and Location Don’t Stall Learning at Nissan
Nissan has more than 150,000 people working around the world, including automobile production locations in twenty countries and product markets in more than 160 countries. To ensure that the company could meet its global plans for growth and expansion, Nissan identified sixty high-potential employees who needed to develop the skills and competencies that would prepare them to be successful in their careers. The high-potential employees worked in different functional areas, levels, and locations, including Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. For these employees, face-to-face interaction in a classroom would be invaluable because it would help them develop and expand their professional network and work together on group projects. Also, classroom instruction would ensure that the employees would receive a consistent message and approach to developing leadership skills and competencies based on Nissan’s core business principles and331their questions could be immediately answered by the instructor or facilitator. But face-to-face classroom instruction was unrealistic because these employees could not be away from their work for an extended period of time and traveling to one location for training from sites around the world was too expensive.
To gain the benefits of face-to-face instruction and overcome time and travel challenges, Nissan created an e-learning program, which included a virtual classroom. This allowed Nissan to combine the strengths of a classroom experience, including relationship building, immediate feedback, and the ability to practice skills with those of an online learning environment (easily accessible resources at any time or place). The first step in the program was that program participants assessed their own competencies. Their boss and peers completed a similar assessment. Next, the participants attended a virtual feedback session where the assessment results were explained. Courses designed to improve their current skills or develop new skills were offered in a virtual classroom ...
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Instructional Software in a Fifth Grade Classroom
Janice Bezanson EDTECH 541
Spring 2011
2. Relative Advantage
The term Relative Advantage was coined by Everett Rogers and refers to “the degree to
which the new method or resources has advantages over the old one” (Doering & Roblyer,
2010, p. 429). Effective instructional software has the potential to provide learners
experiences that they would never have in a traditional brick and mortar classroom.
Engaged learning does not happen by chance. “It requires architectural engineering by
the instructor” (Conrad & Donaldson, 2004, p. 13). Determining the relative advantage of
educational software is a large part of the “architectural engineering” needed by today’s
classroom teacher.
3. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Today’s software can be used for:
Drill and Practice
Tutorials
Simulations
Education Games
Applications
4. Drill & Practice
Drill and practice software allows students to work out problems and gain immediate
feedback on correctness. Although sometimes called “drill & kill” this type of software
has advantages in today’s elementary classrooms. This software can take the place of
paper-pencil exercises and help learners prepare for tests. It is essential that the feedback
is quick and effective. Some of the areas that may benefit from drill and practice software
are:
Math facts
Typing skills
Vocabulary
Countries, states and capitals
(Doering & Roblyer, 2010, p. 77 - 81)
Drill & Practice Websites
Fact Monster -This site allows learners to use math flash cards and progress at their
own pace.
Kids Geo.com -This is a great site for learners to master states and capitals.
5. Tutorials
Tutorial software presents an entire instructional unit. This type of software would
include drill & practice components. The benefits include immediate feedback and it
offers instruction that can stand on its own. For it to be effective it should offer:
Extensive interactivity
Thorough user control
Appropriate pedagogy
Adequate answer judging and feedback
Appropriate graphics
Adequate record keeping
(Doering & Roblyer, 2010, p. 84 - 86)
Tutorial Web Site
Chem 4Kids! - This site offers a great instructional unit on chemistry.
6. Simulations
Simulations allow students to work through hypothetical problem situations and enables
them to see the impact of their actions. Simulations allow students to be involved in
complex processes while staying safe. For a simulation to be effective it should have
good documentation that explains system characteristics and uses as well as system
accuracy (Doering & Roblyer, 2010, p. 89).
Simulation Website
The Learning Company - This site offers links to both The Oregon Trail and Where in the
World is Carmen Sandiego? Both of these simulations offer young learners an imaginary
experience where they can see the impact of their decisions.
7. Educational Games
Educational Games can motivate learners to spend additional time on subjects. They offer
opportunities for content learning while having fun. These games challenge students to
compete and win. In order to be effective they must have:
Appealing formats and activities
Instructional value
Minimal Violence
Educational games should be used appropriately and involve all students. They can be
used effectively to teach students how to work in cooperative groups (Doering & Roblyer,
2010, p. 93).
Educational Game Websites
ABC Ya! - This website offers a wide variety of educational games that are geared for fifth
graders.
Just Kid Games - A site with educational games to help teach kids about math, science,
reading and the environment.
8. Applications
Software applications are designed to support tasks that are useful to a computer user
(Doering & Roblyer, 2010, p. 76). Applications used to be thought of as spreadsheets, word
processors and power point presentations. The world of technology has seen a boon in the
development of software applications. Many are useful in today’s classrooms.
Application Websites
Jing - This application allows students and teachers a unique way of collaborating.
Google Earth for Educators - This site has tutorials and tips on how to use google earth
applications in the classroom.
Google Apps - This link discusses google applications appropriate for use in K-12
classrooms.
Mac Apps - This link discusses Mac applications appropriate for use in K-12 classrooms.
9. Instructional Uses
Instructional uses of software don’t always fit neatly into just one category. There is often
overlap. Many offer opportunities for skill practice and exploration. Some offer
constructivist approaches to learning while others offer direct instruction.
It is important to determine the Relative Advantage of software to ensure that successful
learning is taking place in today’s twenty-first century classrooms.
The websites listed below can assist teachers in determining the relative advantage of
software.
Children’s Educational Softwares
Learning Point Associates
Super Kids
10. Resources
✤ References
Conrad, R. M., & Donaldson, J. A. (2010). Engaging the online learner, San Francisco: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Doering, A. H., & Roblyer, M. D. (2010). Integrating educational technology into teaching (5th ed.), United States of America:
Pearson Education Inc.
✤ Images
Wikimedia Commons