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Pedagogical Innovation with Technology

Mon, 01/07/2008 - 16:11 — ejp10

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The power of educational technology for many instructors is the ability to innovate or expand options for teaching in ways that were not possible before. In addition to facilitating communication and presentation, it is hoped that technology can improve or enhance learning.

The portfolio should include a detailed description of the innovation, along with the technologies used and screen captures whenever possible. Reflections of what worked or what needs improvement can also be added.

Note: Student names must be removed or obscured in any screen capture used.

Types of Innovation

Any innovations used should be based on your teaching philosophy because you want to use the technology to support your teaching goals.

There are many ideas and theories to choose from, but some common goals and matching technologies are listed below. In many cases, innovations will require combinations of technologies to be brought together.

Collaborative or Team Learning

Research or Problem Based Learning

Increase Opportunities for Skills Practice

  • Multiple online quizzes and exercises
  • Incorporate specialized software into the class
  • Electronic games or puzzles
  • Discussion Boards

Improve Discussion/Writing

  • ANGEL Discussion Boards
  • Student journals or commeting on Blogs at Penn State
  • Essays in Dropboxes

Improve Comprehension

Respect Student Diversity

  • Provide visuals, audio (e.g. podcasts) or video for different learner types
  • Provide multiple communication channels for different personalities
  • Use surveys or discussion areas to learn student profiles

Increase Interest During Lecture

Some Teaching Links