Learning Keys
- Learn the positive impact of educational technology and mobile learning
- Promote better learning with the use of modern technology
- You will become familiar with teaching learning and mobile learning
- Understand the role of learning technology in personalized learning
- Mobile learning seeks to utilize the mobile device’s unique capability to make course materials for students
- Develop the practical skill to solve problems
INTRODUCTION
Education is a basic need of every human, it helps societies, communities, and countries to achieve sustainable and remarkable development. Education is the key to success in our lives because it improves our understanding skills, and moral and emotionally intelligence. In these days innovation and development of technology in the education field is more than faster as we expect, education becomes more expanded around the globe. Students and teachers can teach and learn more effectively with the technology. Educational technology makes the transfer of information easy and comfortable by using mobile, apps, platforms, computers and medical equipments. Students and teachers can communicate with students by using educational technology such as applications, and platforms. In practice, educational technology is provided by designing and evaluating curricula, and educational business, and implementing and modifying them, in other words. Educational technology is a principled and logical method to solve educational problems and curriculum planning, which is based on a kind of systematic thinking, regular and scientific.
In the last 20 years, the Internet has become the biggest and most open database of information. This way has changed people’s communication, shopping, socializing, trading, and thinking about knowledge and opinion. Online education is more than a new development in distance education, it changes the appearance of traditional classrooms and puts education more on track. Online learning is a method in which students learn in a completely virtual environment. First introduced in the 1990s with the creation of the Internet and used in distance education, online learning or e-learning is the most common in higher education, that enables students from different geographical areas, to connect with an academic institution. During covid 19 pandemic online education expanded and was implemented in most countries around the world including Afghanistan. In Afghanistan, during covid, some provide and few public schools implemented online education.
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY: Definition and objective
Educational technology refers to the use of technology to support, enhance, and facilitate teaching and learning. It encompasses a broad range of tools, resources, and methodologies that aim to improve educational outcomes, increase accessibility, and make learning more engaging and effective.
The Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) defines educational technology as:
“The study and ethical practice of facilitating learning and improving performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate technological processes and resources.”
Educational technology includes, but is not limited to:
1. Digital learning platforms (e.g., Learning Management Systems, LMS)
2. Online courses and degree programs
3. Educational software and apps
4. Multimedia resources (e.g., videos, podcasts, simulations)
5. Virtual and augmented reality
6. Gamification and game-based learning
7. Mobile learning devices (e.g., tablets, smartphones)
8. Interactive whiteboards and display systems
9. Audio and video conferencing tools
10. Artificial intelligence and machine learning-based solutions
The Objective of Educational Technology
Education technology has a positive effect on learning and teaching, forgetting strong and best possible results economically by existing human and non-human resources. The major objective of education technology can be summarized here.
*To associate educational needs and motivation of learners in the world.
*To recognize the goals of education, different strategy, and structure of education.
*To create a suitable curriculum related to science human values and arts.
*To determine the man- material resources or strategies for gaining the objective of education.
*To manage all education systems covering planning, implementation, and analyzing the phases.
Scope in Educational Teachnology
Educational technology is considered with all variable levels, and aspects, of the learning and teaching process. So it works for all learning processes. It works for the overall planning and managing of the system or subsystem of education. The area which manages by education is below.
*To organize the teaching with the learning process: technology and education want to discuss the concept of teaching, the process of teaching, theories of teaching also the relationship between learning and teaching.
*To determine the educational goals or objective: the education technology explains the topics such as identification and education needs and encouragement of community and providing of resources for available satisfaction of need.
*Development of Curriculum at school and university: educational technology prepares a suitable curriculum for the improvement of educational objectives.
*Development of learning and teaching Material: education technology is concerned with the development of new production and material for the teaching and learning process to achieve goals and design the curriculum.
*Teaching training and teaching preparation: The teacher is a key figure in any process of learning and teaching so education technology tries to bring proper preparation of the instructor for performing the complex task they have.
*Improvement and selection of teaching Learning Strategies: So this part is connected with the main problems of the learning and teaching act. Here education technology tries to explain the different ways of discovering, selecting, and developing strong strategies or tactics for teaching.
In this process the extra positive key is that the selection, and use of the appropriate Audio – Visual Aids: Teaching and learning have been influenced by the use of proper audio – Visual aids. Education technology figures out this aspect by explaining different audio-visual aids used for educational purposes.
Electronic learning management system
In this part, I want to write about how an e-management system can help schools in online education and training. In recent years, especially in the latest months when the Corona crisis plagued human societies, in a international organizations with schools and universities tested the (LMC) which has made fundamental and changeable structure, performance, and effectiveness. LMS modern technology support schools create, implementing distribute, managing all activiLMS electronic learning management system is reliable and safeties associated with online education
Some advance uses of ELMS(Electronic learning management system) :
- e-learning system makes e-learning content easy to access
- It makes it possible to follow the learning paths of students
- An e-learning LMS system saves money and time
- It allows FOR updating and expanding learning modules
- LMS electronic learning management system is reliable and safe
- It requires less training
MOBILE LEARNING
Mobile learning (m-learning) refers to the use of mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, to access learning content, educational resources, and instructional materials anywhere, anytime.
Key Characteristics of Mobile Learning:
1. Portability: Learning can take place anywhere, at any time.
2. Accessibility: Learning content is accessible through mobile devices.
3. Flexibility: Learning can be self-paced and adapted to individual needs.
4. Interactivity: Mobile devices enable interactive learning experiences.
5. Personalization: Learning content can be tailored to individual preferences.
PROS Of Mobile Learning
This is the hottest trend in the learning world right now for some reasons; as organizations better understand the importance of “mobility”, fueling their interest in implementing mobile learning.
1-It makes learning available and flexible :
Learners can access mobile learning courses anytime, anywhere via their mobile devices, meaning they don’t necessarily need to attend classes during office hours they can access and try classes at home,communicating, or even during breaks.
2-Timely studies :
Technology has undoubtedly made our professional lives faster and faster. It speeds up every task, process, and operation in a business organization. So, while it increases our productivity, it also keeps our lives busier by being able to do more work and introducing new tasks and responsibilities a fast-working life requires a fast-learning method Tip, mobile learning!
3-Improve completion rate :
Due to the small size of mobile learning courses; learners can quickly complete the course and move on to the next one. This increases the completion rate of these courses because learners do not need to spend as much time there each day.
4-It offers higher engagement :
People are used to receiving short and focused information on their smartphone’s social media applications, such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter, which have conditioned us to receive information in this particular way While brief bursts of visually appealing information captivate us, mobile learning content is perfectly suited to be designed in a visually appealing way and be interactive in an engaging way.
5-Provide personalized learning :
Mobile learning has become popular because training and development professionals understand that they need to adopt and execute a learner-centered approach to learning by providing freedom and accessibility to learners. Personalized learning is another learner-centered approach that works well for e-learning courses while providing learning tailored to each learner’s strengths, needs, skills, and interests.
CONS Of Mobile Learning
students easily distracted, lacking social interaction, relying too heavily on technology, lacking
personalization, and excluding students who lack access to quality technology Let’s explore each cause in
more detail below
1-Distractions :
The fact that mobile learning in education requires students to access content via mobile devices is only
one of its many advantages.During class, students may get text messages, emails, and social media updates. The involvement and
completion are reduced as a result of these diversions.
2- A lack of social engagement :
Although encouraging students to form meaningful online relationships, mobile learning does not support
significant face-to-face interactions. While some students do better in more solitary settings and at t
own speed, others might rely on social relationships to keep them motivated. This becomes even clearer
when students enroll in courses that call for a long-term commitment.
3. Use technology :
Like online learning, mobile learning is reliant on technology. If OS compatibility and mobile
device optimization are not taken into account, courses might end up being cumbersome and challenging
to utilize. Dependence on technology might also exclude abilities that are grounded in real-world
experience.
4-Limited customizability :
In spite of engaging assessments like interactive quizzes and tests, students can still miss out on
personalized feedback when taking mobile learning courses, which makes it harder to learn and develop
new skills. Personalized feedback frequently comes from an individual tutor, class instructor, or team
leader.
5 – Poor technology :
Not all students have access to the most recent equipment or dependable internet, despite even though home students can utilize outdated equipment for their coursework or have inconsistent access
to energy and the internet.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, educational technology and mobile learning represent a transformative force in the landscape of education. By leveraging innovative tools and platforms, educators can create more engaging, accessible, and personalized learning experiences for students. Mobile learning, in particular, breaks down traditional barriers, allowing learners to access resources anytime and anywhere, fostering greater autonomy and collaboration. As technology continues to evolve, the potential for enhancing educational outcomes grows, making it essential for institutions to embrace these advancements. Ultimately, the integration of educational technology and mobile learning not only enriches the learning process but also prepares students for a dynamic and interconnected world. Embracing this change is not just an option; it’s a necessity for cultivating future-ready learners.
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