Module 9: Activity 6: Models and stages of technology change

What I have learnt about how soon to expect change and how much change to expect: Change is a gradual process and not everyone will come board in the initial stage. However, there needs to be an ICT assessment of the staff and the school so that this would guide decision making to move forward.

What I feel is my biggest challenge in achieving technology change in my school: My biggest challenge would be financial support for installation and maintenance of infrastructure.

Module 9: Activity 5: Learning Communites

What I have learnt about learning communities online: This activity gave me the opportunity to look into the function of ICT in two schools. The researches have shed some on how they coped with situations during their installation period. 

Here are the points that are upper most in my mind:-

 

1.   Get the overall feel of the staff on the issue.

2.   Allow time for them to use their previous knowledge of ICT.

3.   Have a plan that is workable for the majority.

4.   Have information available in print and online.

5.   Keep a close connection with the community and all other stakeholders.

6.   Use the traditional pedagogies as building blocks.

Module 9: Activity 8: Importance of vision

At Pares Secondary School I envision a  plant that is highly secured and ICT friendly through the following:- 

 The use and application of up-to-date ICT tools.

The use of online and offline modes of ICT to support the teaching and learning process.

The availability of on-site and just-in-time technical support for teachers which are flexible and extendable beyond the classroom.

The involvement of parents and communities.

The availability of sufficient computer facilities and digital resource materials

The availability of reliable internet connection.

 

My one big thought about a vision for my school:

It is my hope that sooner than later, Pares Secondary School would be among the many schools worldwide that has integrated ICT across its curriculum. This can be achieved when the integration takes place with curriculum, spatial, temporal, pedagogical, and attitudinal.

How I feel about the course so far: I am quite please with the course because it has added new knowledge to my previous knowledge and has given me new insights into the importance of leadership.