Jean C. Cotamora BSEG General Science 4
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CONTENT:
Computer
has really played a very significant role in educational technology and the
most indispensable tool for ICT revolution. Computer-assisted Instruction (CAI)
was introduced as an approach which promotes individualize learning.
Information technology is so dynamic that computers used as computing devices
are now used in the educative process. It serves two major functions:
communication media and audiovisual media.
Communication
media – Computers serve as communication
tool. Internet has paved the way for this to happen. Email, chat rooms, blog
sites, news services, and movies/music/television room are just some of the
avenue for communication.
Audiovisual media - Computers served as
media for multimedia applications for better teaching inside the classroom,
such multimedia are text, sound, graphics, chart, photos, and PowerPoint
presentation. Educational websites where learners could log into and learned
has also emerged. Not only that it helped improved teaching and learning
process but also other institutional functioning such as accounting.
What
is the difference between instructional media and educational communication
media? The audio-visual aids that served to enhance and enrich the teaching and
learning process are referred as instructional media. Examples are blackboard,
photo, film, and video. On the other hand educational communication media is
comprised of media of communication, such as prints, films, radio, television
or satellites. These two upon the advent of the microprocessor which also known
as personal computer, merged. This is because with personal computers, any
learner can use it as tool for both audio-visual creations and media
communication.
The
following are some of the programs installed in a personal computer:
·
Microsoft Office – Program for
composing text, graphics, etc.
·
PowerPoint – For presentation
·
Excel – Spreadsheet application
·
Internet explorer – Access to Internet
·
Yahoo or Google – Websites for
researching, chatting, blogging etc.
·
Adobe Reader – Graphics/photo composing
and editing
·
MSN – Mailing/chatting/messaging
·
Windows Media Player – CD/VCD player,
video playing
·
Gamehouse – gaming
EXPERIENCE:
I
can still remember my reason why I wanted my father to buy computer when I was
young, and that was for gaming only. I never really have thought there was so
much to computer than just being a tool for entertainment. Now, my computer is
now is very important because it is my tool in making some requirements. There
was a little emphasis on the use and the usage of computer when I was yet in
elementary and high school (although I have computer classes back then). Making
reports, making PowerPoint presentation, editing picture, making multimedia
projects, and many more are some of the stuffs in do with my personal computer.
REFLECTION:
It is important to note that computer is more than just a
computing device; in education, it is so much more than just that. It is
important for a teacher to be knowledgeable of the different applications of
computer. With the knowledge of it, the teacher can extend the wings of
teaching and learning process. There are more gates of learning that can be
open. Avenues of skill development are made available through computers so it
is important for teachers to employ CAI.
APPLICATION:
 |
| computer used in the teaching and learning process |
In
my teaching later, I will employ CAI. I will exert an effort in learning more
about computers so that better assist and facilitate in the learning of my
students. Even if I am going to teach science (most likely), I believe that the
Internet can provide what’s lacking in my teaching. I will try to deviate from
the traditional mode of teaching and employ student-centered approaches with
the help of computers; I can makes use of Inquiry-based approach to stimulate
and initiate learning in my students.
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