This paper was written as a reflection of my classes taken during the summer of 2013 at Michigan State University.
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This paper was written as a reflection of my classes taken during the summer of 2013 at Michigan State University.
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Teachers often start off class with a "opening activity" or "quickfire". Here is an example of an activity you could try in your own classroom incorporating technology.
QuickFire Rules 1. Split into groups of 4. 2. Choose a topic from this list: (No two groups can choose the same topic!)
4. Create a demotivational slogan to match your topic and picture. (The above two steps can be done in any order.) 5. Insert your image, topic, and slogan into diy.despair.com. Your poster must be original! 6. You will have 20 minutes to complete this Quickfire. The Following is a reflection of a final project for my CEP 820 Online Learning Master’s Class (visit my class creation by clicking in the link above)
Changing Education Paradigms By Sir Ken Robinson
Today in my master’s educational technology class we viewed a video by Sir Ken Robinson about the major problems in the education system today. I wanted to share this video because I felt it not only connected with educators, but with anyone who has taken part in the educational system. Sir Ken Robinson lays down two major issues which I would like to discuss. The first, is the issue of the public education system being unchanged since its creation in the Industrial Age. In essence, Robinson argues that our current system is one of the only aspects of our society which has not changed with the times. It seeks to prepare students for a job market which no longer exists. It uses old techniques and strategies for instruction that no longer apply to the student body that has been altered by the times. Robinson argues, and I agree with him, that we need to rethink the way we teach in schools. That we need to update our strategies and school system to meet the needs of a new student body and job market. The second issue which Sir Ken Robinson discusses is the problem of schools being “killers” of creativity and divergent thinking. He stresses that the school system is set up to lead students to find one answer to every question. Teachers ask students to respond to multiple choice questions and take common assessments. Robinson argues, and I agree with him, that asking students to respond in this way “kills” creativity. He uses statistical data that compares how creative students are when they are in kindergarten, and how they become less creative throughout school. I agree with Sir Ken Robinson, that creativity is essential for creating individuals who will be successful, productive, and progressive members of society. Without creativity we will not see new ideas “outside of the box” ideas and excitement in education. |