My Summary of Learning
This course was truly enjoyable to me, no wonder it went by so fast. Wishing you all a fun-filled summer!
Online education is detrimental to the social and academic development of children
This was such an interesting debate for me because I have enjoyed the benefits of online learning and I do respect the fact that it is such a blessing that cannot be denied. However, if I am to focus on the keywords of this topic, I will agree that it is truly detrimental to the social and academic development of children. Facts about online learning include convenience, flexibility, and accessibility which are the major advantages for me. Being able to…
Educators and schools have a responsibility to help their students develop a digital footprint
Most people have some idea that they’re leaving traces of themselves whenever they go online, but very few realize how much. Even fewer people know how much all these digital footprints can tell others about their lives. — Oisin McGann The digital world has eaten so much into our present-day daily lives. As a result, it is essential to be knowledgeable about the consequences of our presence in that world. As usual, the “capeless heroes” are being called upon to take on this…
Cell phones Should be Banned in the Classroom
If you have been following my writing, you have probably concluded that I am archaic. Even though I beg to disagree, I am here to further affirm your view. Cell phones have no place in the classroom! She said it…Yup! At first, I thought I would take a neutral stand on this debate topic but the more I think about it the more I am convinced that it has more negative effects in the classroom than the pros mentioned. Hence,…
Social Media is Ruining Childhood
It was an interesting debate and a real eye-opener I must say. Thanks to Mike, Jenifer, and Shivali, you all made valid points which I must confess that I agree with. Based on your argument, I began to wonder, what is this childhood that I had that I think is superior to what children are having these days. Having been on the agree side of this argument, I was so convinced I was on the right side of the argument….
Educators have a responsibility to use technology and social media to promote social justice.
Kudos to Kari, Jessica, and Jenny on the agree side and Dalton, and Brooke on the disagree side of the debate made it so difficult for me to pick a side as both parties argued their points so beautifully. When I saw this topic, I had a stance to be on the agree side with the thought that teachers are respectable members of society, our voices need to be heard, and our voices can make a change. Then as usual…
Schools should no longer teach skills that can be easily carried out by technology (e.g., cursive writing, multiplication tables, spelling).
I thoroughly enjoyed this week’s debate. Both sides of the debate argued their points so beautifully. Thanks to Sushmeet and Leah on the agree side and Alyssa, Kelly and Durston on the disagree side of the debate. I remember growing up, my mum spent a lot of time teaching me how to be conservative, make food with what is available, and all that. I used to be so mad about that, I told her that she should not raise me…
Technology has led to a more equitable society
When I was thinking this topic, I thought deeply about both sides of the argument. Tracy, Nicole, and Stephen on the agree side and Christina, Amaya, and Matthew on the disagree side argued so beautifully. I decided to focus on the adverb “more” in this topic. There is no gainsaying, we can argue both sides and make convincing points but the word “more” in this topic makes all the difference. Has technology led to an equitable society? Absolutely no. Has…
Technology in the Classroom Enhances Learning
Absolutely! Looking back at my high school days, there wasn’t much technology in Nigeria talk less in the classroom. The struggle was real. As a student, I took everything my teacher said hook line and sinker. There were no other opinions. Such a burden on the teacher, whew! These are my opinions drawn from the debate…… It has bridged the gap in accessibility to learning resources There was a time when students only had access to just their teacher’s point…
The Blessings of Technology in my Daily Life!
Four years ago, I embarked on this daring journey leaving behind my aged parents, siblings, friends, and life as I knew it. I came to California where my husband and I only know each other. This new normal has made me appreciate technology more than I would have ever envisaged. I am often on video calls with my people back home, it sometimes feels like they are next door! It does not make up for the physical touch, or human…