Influence of educational technology in curriculum and instruction University of the Philippines College of Education Educational Technology Department EDTECH 101 – Instructional Media Resources Influence of educational technology in curriculum and instruction Ferdinand B. Pitagan, PhD Professor of Education
Definition A curriculum is a set of courses or a plan for a particular area of study.
Discussion Philippine Curriculum and Instruction
Factors Affecting Technology Use in Curriculum and Education Teachers’ philosophy??? Resources (time, skills, money, personnel???) Learning objectives??? Learner characteristics??? Delivery modes ???
Various ways of using computers for teaching and learning…. Depending on teaching/learning philosophy Behaviorism Cognitivism Constructivism
One example: http://www.gigliwood.com/abcd/abcd.html Applying Behaviorism Strategies Direct instruction Easy to complex Drill and Practice E-textbooks One example: http://www.gigliwood.com/abcd/abcd.html
Applying Cognitivism Strategies Use Multimedia Overview to specifics Learning in context (Contextual instruction) One example: http://subsite.icu.ac.jp/org/jcai/
Applying Constructivism Strategies Authentic context Networked collaboration Supportive learning (Apprenticeship) One example: http://clc.esf.edu.hk/GroupHomepage.asp?GroupID=37650
Right Question is: Should I use e-text for reading? Should I use Word Processor for writing class? Should I use the Internet for teaching & learning? How can I best integrate them into my class?
Computer as Communication Tool Computer as Tutor Computer as Communication Tool
Computer as “Communication” Tools Informative Tools : Internet resources Constructive Tools : Word; Excel Co-constructive Tools : collaborative learning software Situating Tools : Virtual Reality
In Education 1) Teacher/Expert Student Content / Resources “Plan, organize and moderate the use of technology in education” 1) Teacher/Expert Student Content / Resources Learning Community
Some Cautions 1) Not to use computers as one way medium 2) Be aware of addiction problem 3) Engage in meaningful discourse
Group Activity How is educational technology integrated in the Philippine educational curriculum?