Task 5. Making Connections

For this task, you'll continue to synthesize what you've learned about educational technology so far and how it supports creativity and innovation. You should probably re-read what you wrote in Unit 3 for this paper in preparation for this task. 

[ Draft ]

In a Google Doc, write a 4-5 paragraph reflection that answers the following questions.

1. 1. Our topic this week was about the "magic of learning" and encouraging creativity and innovation in classrooms. One way we explored encouraging creativity was through maker education. How do some or all of the ISTE standards relate to this idea? (You can review the detailed explanations of each ISTE standard if needed.) 

   2. How does encouraging creativity and maker education support meaningful learning? When writing, please cite this week's readings and videos.

   3. Revisit the UDL guideline. Among the list, which element(s) should be incorporated into activities to better encourage learners' creativity? How can we promote the integration of UDL principles in activities like maker education?

   4. What are other ways, besides makerspaces, that creativity and innovation could be fostered through technology integration in classrooms?

[ Review ] 

Proofread your writing with the rubric below.

• In your writing, do you effectively demonstrate your understanding about the topics in your own words? (2pts)

• Do you demonstrate your own active thinking and engagement with the information and activities so far? (2pts)

• Does it look like college-level writing? (1.5pts) 

• Does it look like a final draft (no typos or grammatical errors)? (0.5pts)

• Are there 4-5 paragraphs? (0.5pts)

• Do you reference readings and tools you've used? (0.5pts)

[ Post & Publish ]

• Insert your reflection document on the "Create" page of your portfolio. 

• IMPORTANT: Before you insert it, make your Google Docs file viewable to “anyone with the link” first (not public = not submitted).

• Paste your website's link to the incognito window and double-check if it's viewable to the public. 

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  • Mac: Press ⌘ + Shift + n.