scholarly journals Design and Redesign of a Multimodal Classroom Task – Implications for Teaching and Learning

10.28945/2127 ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 139-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Öman ◽  
Sylvana Sofkova Hashemi
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
School Level ◽  
Learning Trajectory ◽  
Digital Resources ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Central Mode ◽  
Primary Focus ◽  
Introductory Classes ◽  
Selection Of

Digital technologies are increasingly implemented in Swedish schools, which impact on education in the contemporary classroom. Screen-based practice opens up for new forms and multiplicity of representations, taking into account that language in a globalized society is more than reading and writing skills. This paper presents a case study of technology-mediated instruction at the primary-school level including an analysis of the designed task and how the teacher orchestrated the digital resources during three introductory classes. The aim was also to explore the pupils’ redesigning of advertising films based on teacher’s instructions and available digital resources. Sequences of a learning trajectory were video recorded and analysed from a multimodal perspective with a focus on the designed task and the processes of how pupils orchestrate meaning through their selection and configuration of available designs. The findings show a distinction between the selection of design elements in the teacher’s orchestration of the laptop resources during instruction and the pupils’ redesigning of the task. Pupils’ work developed from the linguistic design provided by the teacher towards visual design and the use of images as the central mode of expression in the process of creating advertising films. The findings also indicate a lack of orientation towards subject content due to the teacher’s primary focus on introducing the software.

scholarly journals Design and Redesign of a Multimodal Classroom Task – Implications for Teaching and Learning

10.28945/2242 ◽  
2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Öman
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
School Level ◽  
Learning Trajectory ◽  
Digital Resources ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
It Education ◽  
Central Mode ◽  
Primary Focus ◽  
Introductory Classes

Digital technologies are increasingly implemented in Swedish schools, which impact on educa-tion in the contemporary classroom. Screen-based practice opens up for new forms and multi-plicity of representations, taking into account that language in a globalized society is more than reading and writing skills. This paper presents a case study of technology-mediated instruction at the primary-school level including an analysis of the designed task and how the teacher orchestrated the digital resources during three introductory classes. The aim was also to explore the pupils’ redesigning of advertis-ing films based on teacher’s instructions and available digital resources. Sequences of a learning trajectory were video recorded and analysed from a multimodal perspective with a focus on the designed task and the processes of how pupils orchestrate meaning through their selection and configuration of available designs. The findings show a distinction between the selection of design elements in the teacher’s orches-tration of the laptop resources during instruction and the pupils’ redesigning of the task. Pupils’ work developed from the linguistic design provided by the teacher towards visual design and the use of images as the central mode of expression in the process of creating advertising films. The findings also indicate a lack of orientation towards subject content due to the teacher’s primary focus on introducing the software. This paper that was presented at the conference was previously published in the Journal of IT Education: Research

Transformations of the Concept of Linear Function in Technological High Schools

2018 ◽  
pp. 408-429
Author(s):  
Rebeca Flores Garcia
Keyword(s):  
Linear Function ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Algebraic Thinking ◽  
School Level ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Practical Research ◽  
Concept Of Function ◽  
Different Sources

The results shown in the following chapter come from a research that shows some of the transformations of the concept of linear function observed from its definition in mathematics when facing the written, intended and enacted curriculum. This study was developed in technological high school level, with the participation of three teachers of mathematics, who were teaching the course called Functions and Algebraic Thinking. A case study was considered as a practical research method to carry out the investigation, adopting various processes to gather evidence to describe, verify or create theory. Different sources of evidence were used to gather and analyze information, such as: the official program of the course, three textbooks, class recordings and the application of a questionnaire. The results show transformations in both, the concept of function and the concept of linear function, pointing out, in this way, an educational problem that should be solved by modifying not only the concept, but also the teaching and learning of it.

scholarly journals Improving Students Writing Anecdote Skill Through Scientific Method In The First Grade Students Of SMAN 3 Praya

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Evi Safitri Yulandari
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
First Grade ◽  
Teaching Writing ◽  
School Level ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Questionnaire Form

This study was aimed to know the writing anecdote skill in the first grade students of SMAN 3 Praya, the researcher chose the anecdote as the material because there are 13 kind of text in English, but anecdote is rarely taught by the teacher whereas anecdote is interesting story about a real incident or person and the students may interested when they learn about anecdote text. This research used scientific method, The term “Scientific Method” gained its popularity in the field of education in Indonesia when Curriculum 2013 was launched by Ministry of Education and Culture in 2013, It is explicitly stated in the curriculum that, with its excellences, the scientific method is very important for a better quality of teaching and learning to develop students’ affection, knowledge, and skills. The researcher did a qualitative case study with the total 30 students’ involved as well as participant. This study used several data instrument in gathering the data dealing with the question of the study, i.e: observation, interview and questionnaire form to collect the data in a case study to explore (1.) whether or not the teacher is able to implement scientific method to teach writing anecdote skill; (2) how the teacher interprets scientific method; (3) the students’ perception toward anecdote text and scientific based learning activity. This research might be the window for further studies or reference to explore the potential benefit and challenge of scientific method in teaching writing anecdote text, particularly for senior high school level.

Mathematics Exercise Generator

2020 ◽  
pp. 264-282
Author(s):  
Maria Paula Oliveira ◽  
Paula Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Learning Needs ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Support Students ◽  
Source Of Information ◽  
Series Of Functions ◽  
Selection Of

Nowadays, the process of teaching and learning is changing from a traditional model in which teachers were the source of information to a model in which teachers appear as advisors who carefully observe students, assist in the selection of information by identifying their learning needs, and support students in their autonomous study. In this chapter, the authors describe an approach used in curricular units of first year in science and engineer degrees, which results from a connection of three projects born in University of Aveiro—MEGUA, SIACUA, and PmatE—and the interconnections of their informatics platforms. Although any scientific area besides mathematics can use this tool, the authors focus in a case study using an example on a specific topic of calculus courses for first year students on Engineering: Sequences and Series of Functions. The methodology described allows teachers to achieve further goals on learning strategies and students to have enough material to practice.

Transformations of the Concept of Linear Function in Technological High Schools

2017 ◽  
pp. 238-259
Author(s):  
Rebeca Flores Garcia
Keyword(s):  
Linear Function ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Algebraic Thinking ◽  
School Level ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Practical Research ◽  
Concept Of Function ◽  
Different Sources

The results shown in the following chapter come from a research that shows some of the transformations of the concept of linear function observed from its definition in mathematics when facing the written, intended and enacted curriculum. This study was developed in technological high school level, with the participation of three teachers of mathematics, who were teaching the course called Functions and Algebraic Thinking. A case study was considered as a practical research method to carry out the investigation, adopting various processes to gather evidence to describe, verify or create theory. Different sources of evidence were used to gather and analyze information, such as: the official program of the course, three textbooks, class recordings and the application of a questionnaire. The results show transformations in both, the concept of function and the concept of linear function, pointing out, in this way, an educational problem that should be solved by modifying not only the concept, but also the teaching and learning of it.

scholarly journals Educators’ perceptions of technology integration into the classroom: a descriptive case study

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 236-249
Author(s):  
Rita J. Hartman ◽  
Mary B. Townsend ◽  
Marlo Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
School Level ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Descriptive Case Study ◽  
Level Of Confidence ◽  
Integrating Technology

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to supply an in-depth description of the educators’ values, beliefs and confidence changing from a traditional learning environment to a learning environment integrating technology. Design/methodology/approach The descriptive case study design was employed using descriptive statistical analysis and inductive analysis on the data collected. Findings Themes on a high level of confidence, the importance of professional development and training, self-motivation, and excitement about the way technology can enhance the learning, along with concerns over the lack of infrastructure and support for integrating technology, and about the ability of students to use the technology tools for higher ordered thinking surfaced. Research limitations/implications Additional research may include a more diverse population, including educators at the kindergarten to high school level. Another recommendation would be to repeat the study with a population not as vested in technology. Practical implications A pre-assessment of the existing values, beliefs and confidence of educators involved in the change process will provide invaluable information for stakeholders on techniques and strategies vital to a successful transition. Social implications To effectively meet the learning styles of Generation Z and those students following, educators need be able to adapt to quickly changing technology, be comfortable with students who multitask and be open to technology-rich teaching and learning environments. Originality/value This study filled a gap in the literature where little information on the humanistic challenges educators encounter when integrating technology into their learning environment providing insights into the values, beliefs and level of confidence of educators experiencing change.

scholarly journals STRATEGI PEMBELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN LUAR SEKOLAH

2006 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-98
Author(s):  
Bertha Bintari Wahyujati
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Life Skills ◽  
Instructional Strategy ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Learning Situation ◽  
Instructional Objectives ◽  
Selection Of

Instructional strategy is one of important factors to achieve instructional objectives. The instructional strategy developed for a teaching and learning situation will be effective if instructional methods and models are appropriately selected. This article discusses some considerations upon the selection of appopriate instructional strategies and describes a case study in life skills training. The case proves the significant role of appropriate instructional strategies in achieving training objectives.

scholarly journals Exploring the Attitudes of Philology Students Concerning the Use of Digital Resources. A Case Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-99
Author(s):  
Codruţa Maria Cornelia Goşa ◽  
Valentina Carina Mureşan
Keyword(s):  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Educational Context ◽  
Topical Issue ◽  
Digital Competence ◽  
Online Teaching And Learning ◽  
Digital Resources ◽  
Future Career ◽  
Use Of Technology

AbstractThe present paper brings into discussion a very topical issue for students and teachers alike nowadays – the development of digital competence for students in the field of humanities. The research focuses on investigating possible changes in the attitudes of philology students towards the use of technology, as they are facing the reality of having to adapt their learning and/or their teaching to the new educational demands. Since the present educational context involved a quick change to online teaching and learning, the research focused on how the group of students in humanities have adapted to this setting, whether operating in this digitalised learning/teaching environment has any implications for their future career and whether the identified changes are connected to any lessons learnt both in their capacity of learners and teachers.

Addressing Estrangement from Nature with a Night Class in the Forest

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Jacob C. Brenner ◽  
Jason G. Hamilton ◽  
Anne Stork ◽  
Jed Jordan ◽  
Tim Drake
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Environmental Studies ◽  
Natural Environments ◽  
Degree Programs ◽  
Learning Domains ◽  
Potential Applicability ◽  
Primary Focus ◽  
People Today

Young people today spend relatively little time in natural environments, and this can lead to problems when they enter college degree programs in environmental studies or sciences. We designed a field course to reconnect undergraduates with nature through focused exercises in wilderness survival. This course integrates multiple learning domains, with a primary focus on the affective. In this case study, we narrate the story of one exercise deployed in this course, a night class in the forest, which has proven valuable for helping our students develop an affective connection with the natural surroundings. The success of the exercise hinges on careful choreography and the authenticity of the nighttime forest setting. Oral testimonies and written reflections following a daytime return visit reveal profound impacts on students, both in their awareness of the environment around them and their sense of connection to it. This article concludes with several questions to help faculty and students critically consider their own teaching and learning in environmental studies, as well as the potential applicability of these exercises in other academic situations.

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