My Podcast on the Types of Families

My Reflection 

Educational Technology is a course that focuses on the educational uses of Information and Communication Technology. Throughout the course I have learned how valuable technology is to a classroom in this technological era. Since students are so into computer technology, it is very important that teachers know how to employ technology in the classroom to arrest the students attention. I have learned ways to incorporate technology in to the classroom and how to use them appropriately to get the best result.

 The discussions online that was weaved into this course was also an interesting part of the learning process as it has  helped me to develop an interest in having online discussions and I realized that such medium is very helpful in getting students to learn and share. In addition, having the opportunity to write my own philosophy about Educational Technology, helped me to realize that I need to be very knowledgeable about technologies as students at the early childhood stage are interesting in these technology and gadgets and I need to be able to guide them on how to use them correctly.  As a teacher in training I hope to incorporate all that I have learned during this course to maximize learning in my  future classroom.

During the course I have also learned about the ISTE standards. These standards are designed to evaluate the skills and knowledge students need to learn effectively and live productively in an increasingly global and digital world.  The first standard speaks to creativity and innovation; students apply existing knowledge to create new ideas, products or processes. The second is about communication and collaboration. Communication and collaboration allow students to work cooperatively and share information weather they are near and far, this also supports their individual learning. The third standard is about research and information fluency which state that students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate and use information. The fourth standard is ‘critical thinking, problem solving and decision making’, where children will use their critical thinking skills to plan, conduct research, and manage projects among others. The fifth standard is ‘ digital citizenship’ in which students practice legal and ethical behaviours and the last  standard is about technology operation and concept where students demonstrate an understanding of technology concepts, systems and operations. These standards are vital for us to be able to use technology effectively and appropriately to get the best result.

Having done this course I have learned how to create a blog, a web quest, a podcast a wiki and even an interactive game. I will continue to explore and learn more about these exciting medium as I would like to employ them in my classroom. I am more aware of how to use technology and I am appreciative of  the course, as it has given me a foundation  that will help me to become  technological savvy.

webquest-Types of families

My Family interactive Game

The family Interactive Game

Play this interactive game and learn all you can about the types of families.

My Educational Technology Philosophy

"If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn."- Ignacio Estrada

"I know of nothing more inspiring than that of making discoveries for oneself."

- George Washington Carver

 

           Our society is developing quickly and its progress is linked 

to Computer Technology. Therefore, to be an active participant in 

this technological era, I must be able to demonstrate a vast 

understanding of technology concepts, systems, and 

operations. Therefore, my philosophy as a teacher in training is to 

learn all I can about technology and to be able to transfer current knowledge to learning of new 

ones so that, I  will be able to utilize them  effectively, efficiently and appropriately  to help my 

students , myself and others.

             I believe technology is valuable to our daily life since we use them 

everyday to communicate, develop products, research, and share information and also 

for entertainment. The integration of technology into the curriculum and the classroom would allow 

the development of real-life skills. As a Teacher, I will facilitate and encourage this development so 

students will be successful in all aspects of their education and their future.

              The integration of Technology will help students to learn-by-doing and by 

conversing. Therefore, I will use computers to complement my lessons to help students extend their 

learning beyond the classroom. I believe if they are allow to  connect with students from other 

schools, it  can help them learn about each other's culture and geographical location, and they can  

also share their work and ideas with each other. I will also utilize the computer in all aspect of the 

classroom; spreadsheets for registration, powerpoint presentations and interactive games to help 

the students learn while having fun.

             Parental involvement is very important to the teaching community; however, many  schools 

faces challenges to get parents to participate in  school activities. I believe that the use of 

technology in the classroom will increase parent involvement and encourage communication. 

Therefore, I will develop a class web site where students and parents could go to read postings or 

have  discussions, ask questions, and even find homework assignments.

            It will be a great privilege to impart knowledge and to be able to inspire and empower the 

early childhood students with the ability to discovers and learn through the integration of technology 

within the classroom.

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      The Types and Functions of the  Family        

 A family is one of the most important unit in society. It is also the basic  child-raising unit, the basic communication  and friendship unit. This institution was first establish by God and of such, it is of great importance. A family is defined as a group of people that is related by blood, adoption or marriage.These people usually share the same morals, values and beliefs.

Nuclear Family

Extended Family 

       

Single- Parent Family

Sibling Family

Sibling Family

Single-Parent Family

There are many types of families in our society , however the four basic of these are , the Nuclear family , which consist of both  parents with one or more  children; the Single -Parent family which consist of one parent with one or more children; the Extended Family which consist of grandparents, parent and children and the Sibling Family in which a bigger brother or sister acts as a parent. Although there are different types of family they are all importance especially to its members and carry out many functions. Some of which are to provides for its members:

• Shelter, food, clothing, love, healthcare and education.
• Emotional, Social,Physical and Spiritual stability
• Reproduction and procreation
• Socialization
• Sexual needs

       Types of families

The families