Exploring Educational Technology

What types of media do you commonly use in your teaching?

• Printed newspapers

• Billboards

• Digital presentations, videos, textbooks, interactive online resources

• Radio broadcasts

How do you integrate technology into your lesson plans?

• Identify learning objectives, select appropriate tech tools, incorporate them into activities, and assess effectiveness.

• Avoid assessing the use of technology

• Use technology only for presentations

• Focus solely on traditional teaching methods

What digital tools do you use for assessing student learning?

• Lecture notes

• Online quizzes, LMS, formative assessment tools, e-portfolios

• Textbooks

• Group projects

Can you describe a successful online learning strategy you have implemented?

• I focused exclusively on group projects without any online resources.

• A successful online learning strategy I implemented involved a blended learning approach with live webinars, recorded sessions, interactive quizzes, and discussion forums.

• A successful online learning strategy I implemented was solely based on textbook readings.

• I used only pre-recorded videos with no interaction or feedback from students.

How do you manage classroom behavior when using technology?

• Establish clear rules and monitor engagement.

• Use technology only for entertainment purposes.

• Allow unrestricted access to all websites.

• Ignore students using devices altogether.

What challenges do you face when using educational media?

• All students have the same digital skills

• No need for internet access

• Accessibility issues, varying digital literacy, distractions, unreliable internet, and content quality.

• High-quality content only

How do you ensure that technology enhances learning outcomes?

• Implement technology without considering curriculum needs.

• Use technology only for administrative tasks.

• Avoid training educators on new tools.

• Integrate technology thoughtfully into the curriculum and provide training for educators.

What platforms do you prefer for online teaching and why?

• YouTube and Twitch

• Zoom and Google Classroom

• Skype and Microsoft Teams

• Facebook Live and Instagram

How do you evaluate the effectiveness of digital learning resources?

• Assess the number of resources available

• Measure the cost of the resources

• Count the total time spent on the platform

• Evaluate engagement, outcomes, satisfaction, relevance, and retention.

What strategies do you use to engage students in a virtual classroom?

• Limit discussions to lectures only

• Avoid using any technology tools

• Utilize interactive tools, encourage participation, incorporate multimedia, and maintain a dynamic pace.

• Use only text-based communication