Module
choice and learning pathways Module choice
If you are a complete beginner who needs
more practice, even after the introductory face to face
training, then there is a module designed just for you,
called:
If you are not a complete beginner then
are four kinds of modules to choose from. You can learn
about the administrative and educational use of computers,
the use of the Internet, teaching and learning strategies
using computers, or modules that focus on the subjects of
Maths and Science.
Modules that focus on the administrative
and/or classroom use of the computers:
- Word Processing for Educators
- Spreadsheets for Educators
Modules that focus on use of the
Internet:
- Finding Information
- Using Web Resources
- Designing Web Pages
Modules that focus on teaching
and learning strategies that enhance use of
computers and the Internet as a tool:
- Questioning and Thinking Skills
- Assessing Information Literacy
Modules that focus on the subjects
of Maths and Science:
- ICT Maths resources for teachers
- Developing classroom resources for
maths
- ICT science resources for teachers
- Developing classroom resources for science
Modules that focus on management
of ICTs in schools:
- ICT planning for schools
- ICT leadership in schools
You can reach the materials for any one
of these modules by clicking on the link to modules on the
home page.
Choosing modules to create a good pathway
of learning
The best way to start is to choose the
modules that interest you the most and that will enable
you to do what you need to do. However, if you do not have
any particular interests or needs at this point, we suggest
you choose one of these following pathways:
If you have never used a computer
before then we strongly recommend you begin with
If
you have never used a computer or the Internet before,
but felt confident after the introductory course, we suggest
you begin with one of these modules:
- Word Processing for Educators
or
- Finding Information or
- Questioning and Thinking Skills
The pathway you follow after one of these
modules could include one of the other modules in the list.
If you feel more confident you could attempt a pathway in
information literacy.
If you wish to follow a pathway of modules
to develop information literacy, you could:
- Begin with Questioning and Thinking
Skills
- Then move on to Finding Information
- Then move on to Using Web Resources
- Then finish with Assessing Information
Literacy
If you have some computer and Internet
experience, you could consider doing the following
(in any order):
- Designing Web Pages
- Using Web Resources
- Assessing Information Literacy
If you have some computer experience and
you are responsible or may become responsible for the management
of the integration and use of computers in your school then
consider the following modules:
- ICT Planning for Schools
- ICT Leadership in Schools
Finally, if you are interested in Maths
and Science teaching, you could consider doing
the following. These modules are in two parts, and part
one must be completed before studying part two.
- ICT Maths
resources for teachers
- Developing classroom resources
for maths
- ICT science
resources for teachers
- Developing classroom resources
for science
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