My Learning Journey

UNIT 1: UNPACKING BELIEFS

1. How do you currently incorporate technology into your teaching methods?

I currently incorporate technology into my teaching by using YouTube videos and online quizzes to enhance pupils' learning experiences. During lessons, I use YouTube videos to introduce new topics, explain concepts, and provide engaging visual examples that help pupils understand the content more effectively. I also use online quizzes through platforms such as Google Forms, Quizizz, or Kahoot to assess pupils' understanding, provide immediate feedback, and encourage active participation. These digital tools make learning more interactive, increase pupils' motivation, and support a more student-centred learning environment. 

2. Do different technology integration levels impact student learning experiences? If so, can you explain? 

Yes. Different technology integration levels can significantly influence students' learning experiences because they determine how technology is used to support teaching, engagement, collaboration, and higher-order thinking. The impact depends not only on the technology itself but also on how meaningfully it is integrated into the learning process. 

UNIT 3: REVISITING FLIPPED CLASSROOM

1. Define flipped classroom in your own words.

Flipped classroom is a method or strategy where students pre learn at home with contents that teacher prepares and provides. They then use the time in the class to do activities, exercises and discussion.

It gives students more control over their learning and promotes student-centered learning and collaboration.

2. How do you think flipped classroom can be applied in your own words?

As a teacher, the course inspired me to rethink my instructional practices by shifting from being the primary source of information to becoming a facilitator of active learning. I learned how to design pre-class learning activities, create interactive in-class experiences, and use technology effectively to support student engagement. Overall, the flipped classroom approach has strengthened my confidence in creating a more student-centered learning environment that promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and independent learning. 

Designing a Flipped Classroom