Mr. LoveLady EDT 619 e-folio

The landscape of education has made a drastic transformation with the rapid advancement of digital technology. From artificial intelligence to immersive learning environments, emerging trends are reshaping how knowledge is delivered, absorbed, and applied. In this new era, educators play a crucial role in ensuring that technology enhances learning while maintaining human connection and critical thinking skills. Despite the growing influence of technology, educators remain irreplaceable in fostering meaningful learning experiences such as  1.   Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning,  Gamification & Game-Based Learning,  Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR),  Microlearning & Bite-Sized Content,  Hybrid & Blended Learning Models.  As digital learning becomes more prevalent, the role of educators is more vital than ever. They are not just transmitters of knowledge but facilitators of inquiry, innovation, and ethical d...

  With any culture of society, it's important to know the customs, traditions and social forms of how they operate. It’s the same for digital literacy culture. One would assume that digital literacy is understanding research format using MLA or APA and that is not quite it. Digital literacies culture as we know it refers to the social and cultural practices that emerged around early digital technologies; or specific ways people participate or interact with digital tools. In early stages of digital include internet use such as sending emails, sharing files and operating basic software applications i.e. Windows and PowerPoint. With the emergence of new technology, there has been a shift in how we use technology in our lives that has changed the culture. So what is participatory culture now and how is it shifting our culture today? There are several elements of participatory culture we could address, but there are a few that are creating a huge shift; Play, networking and collective i...

  For our Midterm activity reading, I decided to read the article Reimagining the Role of Technology in Education I chose this article because I believe technology has in some form has always been a key role player in education. I also chose this article because I am exploring different pedagogical frameworks, and I want to find where I can contribute to this work. To achieve this, the National Education Technology Plan (NETP) has developed a plan of actions to enable by technology for all institutions in efforts to bridge the digital divide of learning, teaching, leadership, assessment, infrastructure, and equity.   My takeaway from reading this article from the lens of working in underrepresented school districts that offer blended or online learning, I see a huge digital disconnect that needs urgent attention. When I think of the reimagining the role of technology in education and the execution of this plan, I then think to effectively implement this technology you will ...

  John Dewey's pedagogical theory is rooted in quality experience and education. From According to Dewey’s perspective, there was a difference in ordinary experience and “am” experience. The difference between the two lies in the quality and depth of engagement. Ordinary experience refers to the day-to-day routine we experience that might not involve much reflection or active engagement; or unintentional. Unexamined events that happen without much thought or learning. "An" experience , on the other hand, is a more intentional and reflective encounter. This involves active engagement with the environment, problems or challenges that require thought and reflection that will lead to a deeper understanding or learning for learners. Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing platform that allows individuals and organizations to host and attend virtual meetings, webinars, video chats, and online collaborations. Zoom has emerging technological components that creates an educati...

The SAMR Model "SAMR" (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition) is a framework that categorizes four levels of classroom technology integration. This model was designed to provide a cross disciplinary connection with teachers personalize learning and assist students in visualizing complex concepts. The SAMR Model is particularly effective in remote and blended learning environments, where integrated classroom technology enhances the teaching and learning experience for both educators and students. the article from  Edutopia  supports the power SAMR model integration. 

The Triple E Framework was created in 2011 by Professor Liz Kolb, a Clinical Psychologist at the University of Michigan's School of Education. During her doctoral research on learning with technology, she observed that teachers were using tech tools to engage and entertain students, rather than focusing on learning objectives.  In this  article  from Outreach and Technical Assistance Network, it describes how the Triple E framework can that can help educators evaluate technology tool that meet their learning objective with a simple rubric of nine questions.