During my teaching practice, I integrated various emerging educational technologies into my lessons to enhance teaching, promote meaningful learning, and facilitate authentic assessments. These tools not only supported the teaching process but also motivated my students, fostering collaboration and communication.

For instance, I used Google Classroom to assign and collect assignments when students were unable to attend class, ensuring they had access to materials and could continue learning effectively. Additionally, for group projects, students were required to prepare a brief oral presentation to share their learning with their peers, integrating both technological and communication skills. I also incorporated platforms such as Kahoot, Wordwall, and Blooket into review and assessment activities, making learning dynamic and interactive. These tools not only assessed students’ progress but also kept their interest and engagement through a playful and competitive approach.

By integrating these technologies, I was able to encourage active student participation in their learning, strengthen their digital skills, and help them view technology as a powerful tool for research, collaboration, and creation. This reflected my commitment to using innovative resources to support their academic and personal development.

To demonstrate mastery of this seventh competency, Educational and Emerging Technologies, I am sharing two presentations I created for two of my youth groups during my role as a group facilitator, in February and March 2024.

With this evidence, I demonstrate my full command of various skills integral to this competence. Firstly, I showcase the ability to integrate technology when introducing new topics to the students. This group of young people participates in sessions with the aim of competing at both the island and international levels. To ensure their understanding, motivation, and early preparation, I began utilizing technology to create presentations and incorporate activities requested by the module in a different manner. Through these presentations, students were tasked with reading, analyzing various subtopics, and independently researching whether they could utilize additional tools to aid their understanding, depending on their perceived benefits.

To illustrate the relevance of this evidence to the competence, it's important to highlight the significant learning acquired during the implementation of these presentations. The positive response from the students and their genuine engagement in constructing the foundation for their essays and speeches, prerequisites for the competition, were notable outcomes. This experience underscored the diverse methods available to stimulate student involvement in activities contributing to their personal and professional development. It serves as a reminder that as educators, we possess a capacity not to be underestimated in guiding students towards realizing their maximum potential.