ICT TOOLS FOR 21ST CENTURY EDUCATION

Course Date           : 27.10.2024 – 04.11.2024

Course Venue         : Istanbul – Turkiye

Course Description

This course is designed for educators who seek to enhance their teaching practices through the effective integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools. Participants will explore a variety of digital platforms and resources that foster engagement, collaboration, and innovation in education.

Throughout the course, teachers will learn how to utilize Learning Management Systems (LMS) to organize and manage their courses, create interactive lessons with digital tools, and leverage multimedia resources to enrich student learning experiences. Emphasis will be placed on collaborative tools that facilitate group work and communication among students, as well as assessment tools that allow for effective feedback and monitoring of student progress.

By the end of the course, educators will have the knowledge and practical skills for dynamic learning environments that prepare students for success in the 21st century. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to implement ICT tools effectively, fostering an engaging and interactive learning atmosphere.

Course Objectives

  • Equip teachers with the skills to integrate ICT tools into their teaching practice effectively.
  • Foster an understanding of how digital tools can enhance engagement, collaboration, and assessment in education.
  • Provide practical strategies to use multimedia, gamification, and online collaboration tools.
  • Empower teachers to prepare students for the digital and information-rich 21st-century world.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to ICT in Education
    • Importance of ICT in modern education
    • Overview of 21st-century teaching and learning strategies
  2. Digital Learning Environments
    • Learning Management Systems (LMS)
    • Collaborative online platforms
  3. Interactive Tools for Engaging Lessons
    • Tools like Kahoot, Padlet, Mentimeter
    • Interactive presentations (Prezi, Google Slides)
  4. Multimedia in Education
    • Using videos, images, and audio for effective teaching
    • Platforms like YouTube, Canva, and Screencast tools
  5. Assessing Students with ICT
    • Digital assessment tools (Google Forms, Socrative)
    • Feedback strategies
  6. Collaborative Tools
    • Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams, and Slack
    • Real-time collaboration
  7. Gamification and Virtual Learning
    • Game-based learning tools (Minecraft for Education, Quizizz)
  8. Emerging ICT Trends in Education
    • Future of education technology

Course Methodology

  • Interactive Workshops: Hands-on practice with ICT tools, allowing teachers to explore and experiment in real-time.
  • Collaborative Projects: Group tasks to promote the use of collaborative tools like Google Workspace and Microsoft Teams.
  • Case Studies and Best Practices: Real-life examples of ICT implementation will be discussed.
  • Reflection Sessions: Teachers will be encouraged to reflect on their learning and how they can apply it in their own teaching contexts.
  • Continuous Assessment: Regular feedback and assessments will help measure participants’ progress and understanding.

Course Schedule (Day by day)

Day 1: Introduction to ICT in Education

  • Overview of the role of ICT in modern education
  • Discussion on the importance of digital literacy
  • Current challenges and opportunities of using ICT

Day 2: Learning Management Systems (LMS)

  • Overview of Google Classroom, Moodle, and Edmodo
  • Managing assignments and communication through LMS
  • Setting up a course and organizing content

Day 3: Digital Tools for Interactive Lessons

  • Tools for interactive presentations: Prezi
  • Live polling and quizzing using Kahoot and Mentimeter
  • Creating engaging lesson plans with interactive tools

Day 4: Collaborative Tools for Group Work

  • Introduction to Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets)
  • Using Microsoft Teams for group communication and collaboration
  • Strategies for organizing group projects online

Day 5: Multimedia in Education

  • Creating multimedia content with tools like Canva and Screencastify
  • Utilizing videos and audio resources in lessons
  • Benefits of incorporating visual aids for diverse learners

Day 6: Assessment Tools for Digital Classrooms

  • Overview of assessment tools: Google Forms, Quizizz, and Socrative
  • Designing formative and summative assessments
  • Strategies for collecting and analyzing student data

Day 7: Gamification in Education

  • Introduction to game-based learning tools: Classcraft and Quizizz
  • Techniques for incorporating gamification in lesson design
  • Creating engaging, game-like learning experiences

Day 8: Digital Storytelling and Presentation Tools

  • Overview of digital storytelling methods
  • Tools for creating presentations and stories: Adobe Spark, Storybird
  • Strategies for enhancing student creativity through storytelling

Day 9: Future Trends in ICT for Education

  • Exploring emerging trends in ICT, such as online learning communities and personalized learning platforms
  • Discussion on the future of educational technology
  • Reflection on course content and planning for implementation in classrooms