I found the class session to be very helpful in regards to learning about web-quests. Seeing the purpose of creating web-quests in action as opposed to just reading about them helped me better understand what I can do to complete my web-quest. In addition, seeing the idea implemented on two different settings- an elementary school setting and a high school setting, helped me realize the numerous possibilities that this form of lesson can be used with.
In chapter 7, the main topics discussed are problem-solving and inquiry learning opportunities for students. I was very interested in these topics because I have very little knowledge in knowing which software to use to or what games/programs should be used to help with children's learning. I find the problem-solving and inquiry learning very useful and believe that those factors should be the basis of every learning lesson-- especially in math. I think there is a problem when students answer the numeric question correctly but not the correct answer to the question. There's learning the material and then there is applying it to our lives. Using the content that was presented and applying it to real life situations are vital and can help students understand the content better for more advanced learning. Furthermore, speaking of effective learning material, I actually have never heard of the Intelligent Tutoring systems and hope to apply it in my future educating.
I plan to use the Educational Software preview guide to help me determine software that can be used for k-12 students. Has anyone tried downloading/using Kid Pix, Squeak etoys, or Zoombinis Logical Journey? If so, please inform me with details on how you feel about them :)
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