The debate over which notetaking method, laptop notetaking (L-NT) or hand-written notetaking (H-NT) has riled up a storm amongst educators and students. Arguably, there are advantages and disadvantages to both (see “Digital vs. Longhand Note Taking: The Pros and Cons” by Alyssa Klingbyle ). One of the main arguments against L-NT is that it promotes […]
Month: February 2020
Programming Languages To Use In The Classroom; C vs. Python
Teaching programming concepts to new learners can come with many unique challenges, not the least of which is the choice of programming language. With many programming languages to choose from, how can you decide on what language is best for your students? There are a few criteria you can compare different languages with depending on […]
Chromebooks In The Classroom!
In terms of technology and assistive devices, chromebooks have been a growing item hitting the classroom. A Chromebook is the new pencil. It is a laptop that is linked directly to the Google platform; it has no hard drive. Chromebooks have many benefits to classroom use. Depending upon the school board’s policy, many boards […]
Benefits of Implementing Online Assessments in Higher Education
Distance education classes in higher education have drastically changed in the 21st century, and have provided a unique non-physical space for a wide variety of techniques to assess learning in a class. There are many benefits that come with taking an online course such as flexibility in study schedule, lower costs, and a variety of […]
E-Learning Across University Disciplines: Design Considerations
So, you’re planning a new e-learning course, or maybe you’re looking to revise and improve one that already exists. Well, this is a great place to start! This post is going to go into depth on what elements have been shown through research to make e-learning courses the most effective. We are also going to […]
Can Flowchart Software Be Useful For Teaching Programming?; A Case Study
Drawing flowcharts is an advantageous way to represent some computer programs, and can be used to communicate ideas to peers and students. Common structures in computer programming like decision making and looping can be clearly displayed in a visual flowcharting language. Some software programs take this a step further however and offer a way to […]
Digital vs. Longhand Note Taking: The Pros and Cons
I remember growing up and having adults all around me say “That thing is going to rot your brain,” in reference to some piece of technology, whether it be an iPod, laptop, or other personal device. Sometimes I look back and chuckle to myself thinking about this, and how technology has become such a commonplace […]
Comparison of Technology In A Classroom: 2000s-Present Part II
The new Century initiated many technological advances. Moving forward, the second decade of the 2000’s introduced greater technological opportunities for education, at a faster rate. Between 2010-2014, the increase in technology in the classroom created positive results including more active students, greater student participation, increase in student motivation, and increased student success. In 2014, the […]
Comparison of Technology In A Classroom: 2000s-Present Part I
Technology over the last two decades has developed and improved, creating positive outcomes for classroom learning. Chalkboards to smart-boards and whiteboards to tablets are merely two ways that technology has changed the look of a classroom environment. I will be examining the progression of technology from 2000 to the present day over the course of […]
Guidelines For Using Technology In A Diverse Classroom
There are many challenges an instructor may face when facilitating a learning experience for their students. One of which that is salient, is how they might effectively teach a group of individuals who may be diverse in several different aspects. Additionally, how can technology give a diverse group of students an equitable opportunity of success […]