ICTs and Pedagogy

Collection of stories by teachers about "how to start" a digital/ICT journey

A teacher talks about how she starts teaching a range of topics (english, science, etc) with creativity (the top of Blooms) and then works backwards.

Transcript of ozedchat on twitter around NAPLAN

A collection of links to different presentation tools (Powerpoint alternatives) but also includes ideas for learning activities.  e.g. Powerpoint Karaoke

A large collection of clip art open for all to use

Argues that learning styles are a myth, but that students are different.

"One of the major benefits of using technology in the classroom is the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of every student in every lesson. Just as every student grows and develops at different rates, they learn in different ways and at different speeds. Technology makes it possible to pace lessons appropriately for each student's learning level and can be used to promote learning in the multiple intelligences. Below you will find website suggestions that address the different learning styles in your classroom with the help of technology: Verbal-Linguistic These learners enjoy learning through speaking, writing, reading, and listening. In the classroom setting these students shine when given tasks such as taking notes, researching, listening, reading for information, and writing. Websites to encourage learning for Verbal-Linguistic students: 1. http://wordle.net Allow students to express themselves creatively with words 2. http://ed.voicethread.com Capture student voices with audio, text, pictures , and video 3. http://zoho.com- A free online word processor, and presentation tool 4. http://gcast.com- Students can podcast (voice recording) online. 5. http://kerpoof.com - Students can create stories or mini- movies 6. http://www2.shidonni.com- Students create animated stories 7. http://tickatok.com Students can create stories and turn them into a book 8. http://pbskids.org/wordworld A world where words come alive 9. http://readwritethink.org 52 interactive activities related to reading, writing, and speaking 10. http://speakaboos.com Students can read stories online, record their own story and play literacy games Logical-Mathematical These learners love numbers, reasoning, and problem solving. These students enjoy measuring, calculating, and organizing data. In the classroom students will shine when given tasks such as collecting data, conducting experiments, solving proble

First part of a new series examining "web literacy", related to digital citizenship. Makes mention of some of the downsides to filtering and more protective approaches.

Video showing how to use Google Earth to illustrate gradient by looking at the gradient of Melbourne Airport and other places.

A wiki with a range of links and information about ICTs that can help with UDL

EQ site around ICTs in early phase of learning

Presentation 

An audio podcast with an update on the latest around assistive technology.

Website providing insights, examples and assistance in incorporating Universal Design For Learning (UDL) into lesson planning.