Thursday, November 15, 2007

Insights/Reflections of Module 1 Pedagogical Perspectives on the Role of

Question: What are my insights on the role of technology in education?

Technologies are powerful tools for teaching and learning. The infusion and integration of these technologies appropriate in the classroom deserve to be given due attention in the contemporary educational system. Such technology can be used as amplifiers and transformers for the learning environment.

Technology is used as amplifier to increase the intensity of learning – augment the drama of the teaching-learning experience.

Technology is used as transformer to change the learning environment and the teaching-learning process.

Instructional designs should therefore consider these functions of technology.

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