Encountering E-Learning Education

It was interesting to read Amy Jobson’s blog comment about Allanah King’s video on teaching using technology. I recently viewed this video as well as wrote an extended reflection on Allanah’s teaching strategies and approaches as a static blog page entitled Social Software.

Like Amy I was inspired by Allanah’s use of technology in the classroom. Amy reflects on how Allanah uses a class blog as a tool to assist other curriculum work. Amy also picked up on how Allanah spent time at home understanding Weblogs before integrating them into the classroom. Amy also commented on how children at Appleby School have contact with schools globally through blogging. She stated:

“The children at Appleby have contact with other schools around the world. One being in Wales and the other in New Yorkwhich is an incredible learning experience for all the children involved. The children according to Allanah King get excited when they see how many people are watching their blogs globally.”

Amy’s concluding remarks were:

“The important thing is that everyone has a go. There are challenges along the way, however the rewards are GREAT!!!”  

I was similarly inspired by Allanah’s work with her year 4/5 class. It was encouraging to see how online tools such as Weblogs can be used in such innovative, creative and effective ways. For me Amy really highlighted the importance of risk taking in teaching technology by having a go and being excited by the challenges this presents.

Download Video: Posted by AllanahK at TeacherTube.com.

Allanah King’s Yr 4 / 5 NZ class. Use of social software. http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=93fe8abcfe3ce2003e5c

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