Multiple facets define 21st-century learning, and communication, collaboration, and creativity are three generally agreed upon aspects. (Here are the links to my previous post and multimodal presentation on this topic.) As I become more aware of 21st-century learning, I realized that I am already incorporating many aspects of it into my classroom. However, there is still so much more I can do, and, with this in mind, I created a lesson plan. (Click here to view the lesson plan). In this lesson, students will work together to revise their persuasive writing, and they will create an animated presentation to share their work with others. In the process, my sixth grade English Language Learners (ELL) will have the opportunity to not only enhance their English proficiency but also improve the skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world. [figure 2] Girl writing with laptop in front. (Brito, 2017). This lesson is designed to support students in developing their communication skills and creativity by having them revise their persuasive writing and create a PowToon presentation that includes images, and their voice to convey the message of their writing. Also, it will help students enhance their collaboration skills by having them give and receive feedback from their partner using Google Docs to improve the quality of their writing. To provide an optimal learning opportunity, I had to think about many factors while designing my 21st-century lesson plan. One challenge I had in creating this lesson plan was finding appropriate technology tools for my Grade 6 students. Another challenge was to repurpose the chosen technology tools, PowToon presentation and Google Docs, to fit the objectives of my lesson as these tools were not initially made for educational purposes. According to Mishra and Koehler (2009), “effective teaching represents a dynamic equilibrium between content, pedagogy, and technology” (p.17). In order to effectively integrate technology, I used the TPACK framework to check whether the technology tools align with the content and pedagogy that are included in my lesson. [figure 2] Revised version of TPACK. (Mishra, P., 2018). Resources: Brito, K. (2017). Girl writing with laptop in front [figure 1]. Retrieved from https://unsplash.com/photos/PeUJyoylfe4/share Mishra, P., (2018). Revised version of TPACK [figure 2]. Retrieved from https://punyamishra.com/2018/09/10/the-tpack-diagram-gets-an-upgrade/ Mishra, P., & Koehler, M. (2009). Too cool for school? No way! Using the TPACK framework: You can have your hot tools and teach with them, too. Learning & Leading with Technology, 36(7), 14-18. Retrieved from https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ839143.pdf
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According to Nichols (2019), the role of education, which is “to prepare students to become active, successful, and contributing members of society,” has not changed; however, the society has changed. We now have access to a vast amount of information at our fingertips and constant social interaction with people all around the world. Some of the most preferred jobs today didn’t exist in the past two decades, which means our students would have to be ready for jobs that do not even exist yet. [figure 1] 12 jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago. (Berry, 2017). To prepare our students to be ready and to reach their full potential in the 21st century, teachers should incorporate 21st-century learning in their classrooms. There are multiple facets that define 21st-century learning, and here are three generally agreed upon aspects - communication, collaboration, and creativity that I explored this week. I created a multimodal presentation of 21st-century learning that includes the definitions of these aspects with some examples from my own classroom as well as plans to further move my practice toward 21st-century learning. As I become more aware of 21st-century learning, I realized that I am already incorporating many aspects of it into my classroom. However, I also learned that there is so much more I can do to help my students develop 21st-century skills. Expanding my understanding of 21st-century learning gave me a clear picture of how 21st-century classrooms should be. [figure 2] Boy rising up his hand wearing black cape. (Porapak Apichodilok, 2019). One challenge I encountered while working on this project was using a new tool for my multimodal presentation. I decided to use Powtoon as I’ve watched several Powtoon presentations online, and I’ve always wanted to create my own. However, they set time limits for each slide and the entire presentation. I had to record my presentation using Screencast-o-Matic and edit it with iMovie. Overall, although it was a long journey, I learned a lot form creating my multimodal presentation! Resources: Berry, C. (2017). 12 jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago [figure 1]. Retrieved from https://www.charlenaberry.com/single-post/2017/03/02/12-Jobs-that-didnt-exist-10-Years-Ago Nichols, R. J. (2019, June 8). 4 Essential Rules Of 21st-Century Learning. Teach Thought. Retrieved from https://www.teachthought.com/learning/4-essential-rules-of-21st-century-learning/ Porapak Apichodilok. (2019). Boy rising up his hand wearing black cape [figure 2]. Retrieved from https://www.pexels.com/photo/boy-child-clouds-kid-346796/ |