EDT 201 - ICT in Teaching and Learning

 As a teacher in training, I am constantly exploring and learning different tools and strategies that can make teaching and learning more effective. I chose to write about Communicative, Constructive, and Informative tools because I see these as an important tool in my journey as a future educator. For Communicative tool I chose Telegram because it has become more than just a messaging app for me. It serves as a platform for both academic and emotional support. Whether I am working on assignments, sharing information, or staying updated with my tutors and peers, Telegram has helped me stay connected.  For Constructive tool I chose PowerPoint because it has transformed they way I engage with learning. I see it more than just a tool for presenting slides, I see it as a creative and constructive tool for learning. It has a lot of features that helps enhance learning. PowerPoint supports learner-centered education, which I aim to bring into my own classroom in the future. Lastly f...

 This is a short video lesson on the topic Plants.    

As a teacher trainee, I've been exploring different tools to make learning more engaging, and one tool I keep going back to is PowerPoint . Before I came to college and started my training, I thought PowerPoint was just for showing slides, but now that I've learned so much about it I realized it can be a powerful tool, especially for young learners. PowerPoint is one of the widely used tools in classrooms today. It is simple, flexible, and convenient for incorporating creativity. But more importantly, as a constructive tool, it helps students take charge of their own learning. A constructive tool helps learners to build knowledge rather than just receiving it; PowerPoint fits this perfectly. When students use it to create a presentation, they are doing much more than just adding and decorating slides. They think about the topic, choose key points, organize information, and present it. I've also noticed that when I make my own PowerPoint presentations, I understand the topic...

 In today's fast-moving digital world, staying connected is more important than ever, especially as a teacher trainee balancing coursework, classroom participation, and group projects. For me, Telegram has become more than just a messaging app. It feels like a virtual classroom or a personal and professional support system. It is simple and effective, which I appreciate the most. Whether it's sharing high-quality files, fast communication, having discussions, or creating group chats, Telegram helps me stay in touch with my classmates and tutors. During times like assignment deadlines or group works, the feature of instant messages and notifications ease my stress by giving me clarity and quick updates. I use Telegram to share assignment ideas, notes, or lesson ideas with my peers, reflecting on our classroom experience. One feature I rely on is the voice messages. Sometimes it's just easier to speak than type, especially when explaining something complex or long. This kin...