Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Response: "2013 Horizon Report"

Massively Open Online Courses could provide higher learning at no cost and allow students to become life-long learners.

The implementation of educational games in higher education classes.

Educational paradigms are shifting to include hybrid learning.

Faculty training does not acknowledge the fact that digital media literacy is a key skill in every discipline and profession.

Many schools are not using technology for teaching, and the current technology in many schools does not support the demand for personalized learning.

40% of students enrolled in 4-year universities do not graduate in under 6 years.

MOOC allow for students of all ages, races, backgounds, and economic status to enroll in classes around their schedule.

Classrooms are implementing "bring your own device" strategies where students can even acces their books on a tablet.

Students can use their smartphones to play educational games in class.

Universities are experimenting with badging, a system of recognition that allows students to accumulate documentation of thier skills, achievements, qualities, and interests.

Technology can be used to track students' behavior.

3D printing may be used in geology, geography, chemistry, and other classes to help students gain a better understanding of information (could be in as little as 5 years).

Wearable technology could alert students of hazardous conditions in a chemical laboratory, and become mobile sign language translators.

2 comments:

  1. Hey Olivia! I like how you talked a lot about technology in your blog! We talked about the same things in our blogs. I like how you talk about students bringing their own devices. technology is the future of our world and teachers should use it as much as possible to prepare their students for the future.

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  2. I really liked how you discussed the different aspects of technology and technological advances! It is so important for students and teachers to continue to stay up-to-date with all of the new technology so we can use it in the classroom.

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