LESSON 17: EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 2 PRACTICUM

Content:

            The content of this chapter is about teaching the basics like how to use the Microsoft Word, Power Point, and how to use the internet. Basically, ET 2 practicum is about hands-on computer tutorials through which, the teacher in charge should be capable in it. Practically, ET 2 practicum phase needs computer laboratory and computers, computer lab tutor/ assistant and assigned number of hours for tutorial. It also include the tasks that the students (probably a teacher) should achieve after the tutorial.

            Consequently, this is about challenging the teachers of the new age in integrating technology in the curriculum.

Experience:

            In our case, since somehow we already know about the basics of Microsoft word, Power Point and surfing the net because in the first place we are almost every day expose to this, our teacher decided that we’ll just have the Excel. This would prepare us in becoming a teacher to know how to easily solve grades.

            In connection, we have also been taught in our IT 21 laboratory subject about Microsoft Excel, but it was not about solving grades so I’m very happy that our knowledge about Excel has been widen.

Reflection:

            Unlike before, solving grades are now very convenient and easy. Going back in high school, our teacher will sometimes asked us to solve the grades of other students because she was already tired of solving a lot of grades manually. But look at now, “no sweat!” as they say. It just made me overwhelmed with how fast technology is affecting the educational arena in a good way. But though it has a lot of advantages, these programs also have disadvantages, that is why reviewing and recalling the basics of these materials should be considered because primarily, the basis of the students’ performance lies in their grades.

Application:

            Educational Technology 2 Practicum is a way of helping the teachers cope with the trends of today. It will allow them to apply their learning in instruction, making use of these programs in the real setting. I, as an educator should also adapt to the new way of teaching by giving time in learning the concept. My knowledge about Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel will help me make my work more convenient as well as help my students learn in the way they want (ex. making use of PPT). Though I have learned basics of it, I have still the chance to improve my skills and apply it inside the classroom.