ICT Integration for Subject Advisors

6: Managing ICT classroom environments

• Aim of module 6

  The aim of this module is to acquire expertise in supporting teachers in the management of ICT classroom environments.

• Module 6 objectives

  By the end of this module, participants should:

  • Understand ICT classroom environments
  • Be aware of what an ICT classroom environment can afford
  • Know how to apply these understandings to carry out their subject advisor responsibilities.

• Module 6 resources

  Review the module 6 resources below.

• MGSLG. (2020). ICT integration for subject advisors: Course manual (ICT in the classroom pages 60 - 63) File 1.9MB
• MGSLG. (2020). Managing ICT classroom environments PPT File 1.1MB
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  An ICT classroom environment can be created by one or more of the following digital devices:

  • Single computer
  • Computer lab
  • Laptops
  • iPads / tablets
  • Smartphones

  
  The key to using these digital devices is to ensure that the students receive maximum learning benefit with this use of technology.

• Review the resource below which goes into detail of incorporating ICT into classrooms in  sub-Saharan Africa. 

• OpenLearn. (2020). Integrating ICT into teaching and learning (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) URL
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  Planning for the integration of ICT into a lesson

  Below is an image taken from the full article which details the NteQ ten step lesson plan model:

  
  

• Flake, LH. (2017). E-Learning and the iNtegrating Technology for inQuiry (NTeQ) Model Lesson Design (CC BY) File 492.5KB
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  To summarise, watch the video below. Although it is a little dated, it does provide some salient and practical points on integrating technology into your classroom.

• SimpleK12. (2011). Integrating technology into the classroom (Video CC licence) Page
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  Activity (ePortfolio)

  Using the NteQ model, prepare an integrated ICT lesson (any digital device can be chosen). Remember that the use of ICT must be integrated into the pedagogy in such a way that the pedagogy is enhanced by the use of ICT. 

  Submit your lesson plan by using the assignment submission tool.

• Assignment submission tool: Activity 6
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  Netiquette

  According to Oxford Languages, netiquette is 'the correct or acceptable way to use the internet'.

  Watch the video below which highlights some key 'netiquette' points.

• Shee, M. (2020). What is netiquette? (Video CC licence) Page
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  Here are some examples of 'rules of engagement' which should be encourage when using the internet (taken from Rules and Behaviour on the internet)
  
  

  • In emails, always include a subject line which will provide the reader with an indication on what the email will be about
  • Avoid sarcasm in all digital communications. Those people who don't know you may well misinterpret its meaning
  • Respect other people's privacy: don't forward or quote personal email without the original sender's permission
  • Acknowledge and return messages promptly
  • Copy with caution: don't automatically copy everyone you know on a message
  • Don't spam: don't contribute to junk messages and emails
  • Be concise in your messages
  • Use appropriate language
  • Avoid coarse, rough or rude language
  • Observe good grammar and spelling practices (activate automatic spell checks)
  • Use appropriate emoticons to convey meaning.
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• Use the link below to access the module 6 synchronous meeting. This online meeting will take place at Date | Time. Note: Your attendance is compulsory.