Personaly, I believe that this teachung style's effectiveness depends on the subject that is being taught. For example, in a class like ours, where the focus is on using the technology and working through it and everyone is doing something slightly different, watching the theory sections the night before would be helpful because it would give us time to think on them and extra time for work. Plus the theory sections here are generally 10-20 minutes long; this is a fairly short amount of time which makes students more likely to watch them. However, in a class like english or science this style would not be effective because the focus of the class is on the actual theory. This means that the youtube videos would be far more in depth and complicated to cover all the subjects. Plus, by doing it online, it is impossible for the lessons to evolve like they would in a natural classroom. Lastly, in order to cover all the subjects the videos would grow ever longer which makes students far less likely to complete them.
Matthew Bongers while the concept is interesting the main problem I see is that It could waste time. When a teacher gives a lecture and I don't understand something I can ask and the whole class gets an answer. but if we are learning at home then the next day the teacher may have to asnswer the same question from multiple people. also by the time it comes to do the work the next day the pasage of time might have muddled the lecture.
Megan Wilmon I think 'flipping' classrooms is a very good idea. It would have definetly helped me while I was in Mrs. Hammonds math class to be able to go back in her lectures and catch everything she sais. It also would have been very helpful to have more time in class with her to sit with me and explain the things I didnt understand. Knowing what you were going to do in class the next day would also alow you to look up techniques and get more info on the things being taught. You could prepare and be ready with questions for the teacher the next day. I can't see any draw backs in flipping classrooms, i know on a personal level I would benefit from being taugh this way.
I do not think that a "flipped classroom" is a good aproach to learning. If the stundents are in classroom learning from the teacher then they are foresure learning something. If it is left to the students to take it apon themselves at home to learn it from videos many students will not bother to watch them because the would rather watch tv or play video games then watch informational videos. Also not all students live where highspeed internet can be accessed, or the may come from a family that cannot afford it so it cannot be expected of the students to be able to learn it. Instead they could watch the videos in class and work on the work as the watch it, while the teacher walks around helping the students that need it.
I disagree with using technology after school to learn the lesson instead of learning it in class because before laptops and computers there were geneuses that did mot like Einstein. Even hundreds and thousands years ago there were people that didnt even have schooling that were amazing architects, scientists, strategizers, physicists, and many more. People can be smarter than computers they just have to study through books. We become experts at things by learning from other experts.
I read through this article and I found that this 'flipped' classroom idea is very much like what is already happening in online schools. I was part of an online highschool for one semester, so I have a pretty good idea of how it compares to normal school. When you're schooled online, usually the teacher gives you the resources, you read, watch, or listen to them, and then you take part in an online discussion with the teacher about it. For me, it worked very well. But I think this way -- as well as the flipped way -- requires a lot of self-discipline from the students. In 'normal' school, a lot of kids rely on the teacher to kickstart them into motion; when the teacher/lesson is online, its up the the kids to educate themselves. In a perfect world, I think online learning would work great: classes could be shorter, lessons would always be available, and it would teach kids about technology and how to use it. But, you have to consider the kids going into a program like this and whether or not they are capable of actually having the initiative to go online and learn -- by themselves. To go the route of online learning, you'd have to change the entire schooling structure so there would be less dependence on teachers and more independent students.
Brittany This way of online learning is different and i can see why some teachers might go this route. I think for certain classes such as maths and sciences this would be a great tool, especially if you have a test or exam coming up, it would be easy to review the material. Although some classes would be better taught in class such as English, history or languages. Although i think if all classes were taught this way it would be very stressful and tiring, you'd be in school all day to do work, then you have to go home and learn the lessons for the next day, and that might be tight time wise if you have a job, then assignments from other classes etc. i think teachers should put lessons online for review, but still teach in class, at least for now, because some students might not apply themselves or want to learn or have time for lessons.
I really support this idea. I think this could be something to really build off of. I hate sitting for an hour and listening to the teacher talk. I lose focus though out the lesson and miss important info. I also have a hard time keeping up with the class when I'm trying to take notes as the teacher talks. If this idea was implemented it would be very helpful to my personal needs because I can go at my own pace and I would be able to soak in more of the info. I also would much rather do my work in class and have the teacher there to help me and guide me then working at home and not having the teacher as a resource. There would be some cons to this idea like having to much screen time but I'm sure there is other ways of compensating for this problem,
A very interesting way of teaching and learning. There are pros and cons of this system.
Some pros would be that if you didn't like your teacher you wouldn't have to constantly listen to him/her all class. Also you are learning from professionals above any that are at the school. Lessons are scripted so there is no human error in anything being taught.
Some cons would be that if you like your teacher and teaching style a lot you will not be able to listen to the lectures you very much enjoy. Also kids need to buy in to the program and not fool around on computers because it is very easy to get distracted.
This new learning style is dynamic and creative and it has potential. However teachers along with students need to cooperate in learning this style. I would recommend not to introduce the program to senior students and more experienced teachers since they may shun the program. It should be brought in with new young innovative teachers, along with younger kids eager to learn new things.
I see the pros and cons of this new style of learning being used, to watch the lesson at home and then work through the project at school. Personally I think that it could be that a new and exciting way to do school work could intrigue students greatly for some time but I also feel that students these days get bored with things very easily and soon enough students with just stop watching the lesson just like they stopped doing homework such a long time ago. Kids need motivation so depending on how motivated this idea makes them will create their success. From my own experience being in high school I know certain classes such as math’s and sciences that this would be a great tool to have seeing as I often find myself perfectly fine following along with the lesson but when faced with homework after school and no help, I have challenges. Using this new method could solve this problem!
Personally, I don't think this would be good, because not only are teens spending an absurd amount of time on computers, watching tv, or looking at screens all day, but there would be no pressure to do their work. Right now, if you don't hand in your homework a teacher will get mad, and kids feel like they have to do it for fear of getting in trouble. If I was on my computer learning a lesson at home, nobody would yell at me if I fell asleep, nobody would urge me to study, and nobody would stop me from opening facebook or texting my friends while I listen. Another point, is that this would influence kids to be less socially active, and this makes them lonelier which can lead to anxiety and depression.
This style of learning is not without its cons, but it is a very cool idea and I support it.
There are many times when ill need the teacher to explain something again in a lesson. With the video I can just rewind it and watch again versus interrupting the teachers lesson. This system also allows for more one on one work, which can really help a student who doesn't really understand the subject.
Of course with this system students must invest their own time from home. Also, not all students have an internet connection, so they would all be left out of the lessons.
I think that the flipped class room is an ok idea. But we've been learning perfectly fine without technology for hundreds of years. If they do studies that show that the flipped classroom is a better learning strategy then having a teacher at the front of the class and thats why the kids in korea are so smart then that's fine. but i would not want to be taught that way. Everyone learns in differernt ways so i think if student had the option of learning either way that'd be cool:P Also it would be alot of money and it seems un realistic because not all students can afford to have the technology they are talking about and neither can most schools.
Personally I think this would be a bad idea because their is no pressure to do the work. If I went home to listen to my math lesson, their is no one there to stop me from texting, going to watch tv, or just getting up and leaving. also if i was listen to the lesson and had a question there would be no one that i could ask about my issue. But on the other hand it would be nice to have some more one on one time with the teacher to help you with your assignments or any other problems your experiencing.
Without a doubt there are pros and cons of every teaching style. Personally, I think the idea of a "flipped class" is probably one of a school boards worst ideas ever. Again I agree with Russell when he says that classes won't have the chance to evolve. Some of the best discussions are started in class, when people start to get passionate about a subject and then BAM you have a discussion for the rest of the class, yet you can still learn from it. Adults are constantly saying that my generation spends an insane amount of time on computers and cell phones. But now they are considering teaching us through technology? A big contradiction if you ask me. One on one is always much more ideal than, face to face with someone on youtube. Sometimes we build connections with teachers which can help make our learning experience much more enjoyable. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this happens all the time sometimes teachers make our experience harder, but you can still approach them and have extra help in the subject. Without a doubt kids will lose interest and motivation in most subjects. While online learning, no one is there cracking down on you to pay attention it's all self motivation which most high school students don't have. Stick to teachers in person, no teachers online.
Bad idea, i think that not only kids will become tried of this, but will not put the effort into making sure they are watching the lessons online aposed to watching something they would enjoy on youtube. they say the kids in this class marks have gone up by 5%, i think that as happen because they are doing math, science,etc.. on the computer, there isnt much you cant find on the internet, i bet most of these kids arent even watching there leassons on the computer and are probably playing more games and facebook time. this is like having extra long homework everynight.
I think that the "flipped classroom" may work for some learning types, and others it may not. If our school were to consider this I think they should make the option of picking a flipped classroom like they would the option of academic, applied, university or college. Having a choice like this would open up doors to those who are motivated and would watch the lessons at home, compared to those who need a push from their teachers. As for the extra help students could just set up something after school with the teacher or during lunch. I don't think that we should let the internet rule our lives, we should have some sense of normality in the case of socializing and being vocal with our teacher during class time, instead of looking at a computer screen for more time then necessary.
I think that the "flipped classroom" idea seems interesting to test but in my opinion, it won't be efficient enough to become a permanent teaching method. If students have questions or don't understand the lesson they have, they have to wait until they get to class to have that problem solved, so it delays their understanding. A teacher can only do so much to help every student, so if more than one student has difficulties with the previous night's work, the teacher will spend more time trying to help them understand that and sometimes they won't be able to assist everyone. That is when the one-to-one learning experience falters. What happens when a student doesn't understand something and the teacher is busy helping someone else? Do they just sit there and twiddle their thumbs until they can be assisted? In my opinion, this flipped classroom idea seems a little too far fetched. Screen time, which was mentioned in the article is an issue that effects this learning method, and so does location. Not all students have access to internet or a computer, so watching these videos is not possible for them. Another problem with this is that because students won't have someone telling them to do their work, they won't always do it. Not all students are diligent, therefore the flipped classroom learning method will not be successful everywhere it is put to trial.
Recently they have come out with a lot of new teaching styles,most loosely based on how children are all different and need either one on one learning or learning personally tailored to there type of learning style. When they came out with full day learning in kindergarten class rooms and added an ece to the room they were adding more one on one time for teacher to student to help them be more successful in future classrooms. That is the idea they have with this type of technology style of teaching making the student have a lesson fit to exactly how they learn. Although the idea of it is good there re some downsides, like some areas not having the internet access or not enough funding in some schools for this type of technology. Although this a great teaching strategy not all students can have this luxury.
To be completely honest, i think its a good idea. Teens already spend an enormous amount of time using technologie, why not have them learn at the same time? Times are changing. Not many people these days even buy newspapers. And why should they? they can get 40 different newspapers online or on their phones, saving paper and the enviroment. And contrary to what travis said, it is better to do work, because you can do the work in class instead of wasting time trying to do the lesson, than getting home and neeeeding help with homework. Its not that kids are afraid of getting in trouble for not handing in assignments, its because they are to lazy to do them at home. But if they were in a class, actually doing the work, than they would be able to get help on challenging questions. And my math tutor told me that i should do math even if my phone is out, or the tv is on, because im still doing math, and it goes into my subconscious. Also the lessons would get done much faster with all the knowledge needed, with no interuptions by rowdie students or kids in the hallways. All of the class time could be focused on getting through the actual work with having the students already knowing the material. And there is a controversy that some kids might just tearn it on and walk away, but what if there was a way to govern it? To make SURE the kids are watching. Im sure the world has gotten through more difficult troubles than getting teenagers to look at a computer or tv screen.
I disagree with the above post stating that this learning would be bad. This new learning style is creative, and full of potential. Granted, at the moment it seems absurd and most students would probably become distracted by being on their computer, and do off task browsing, but that is something that is not new in the educational world. However, times are changing, and perhaps learning should change to. The benefits of this new learning style is that you are able to complete assignments, and learn at your own personal pace, at the comfort at your own home. But online courses are not for everyone. Perhaps this learning style should be used only for certain classes that involve using computers. I can see this kind of learning being very useful to math, science, and English classes. It all depends on the approach really.
I agree that this is an effective style of learning because computers are the way of the future. But in learning from home you do not recieve social contact with peers and teachers. You need to build relationships to better your future careers. As Travis said you will not be as pressured to do your homework and study because you have nothing to fear, whereas in the real world you must deal with scolding and detentions. This would be a far more effective way of learning if it was implemented better, such as if you were to use the computers in your classroom.
Jill Barker i think that this is a very bad idea on how to teach. if i were to be at home watching a lesson on my computer i would most likely get distracted and log on to my facebook of twitter forgetting what i was doing. or i would start to doze off and start fitteling with my phone, there would be no one there insuring you to listen. a lot of the time i would simply forget to watch it or get caught up in other after school activities like work or being with my friend. also if i did have a lesson i watched at home i would not be able to ask questions or i would skip more classes because i would see no point in going if there was no lesson. over all this is just a bad idea.
I think there are some advantages to this new way of learning. For example it gives students more time to do work when at school if they have already seen the lesson before they get to class. Also it gives the teacher the opportunity to focus more on answering the questioins students have. That being said there is one major problem with this style of learning. When at home there is no one to enforce and over see that the students watch the lesson. I think that the same way most students don't do the homework they are instructed to, they won't watch the lessons and show up in class knowing nothing about the lesson. The teacher would have to explain the whole concept of the lesson to the student again anyway which defeats the purpose of watching the lesson at home from your computer.
I think Graham Johnson's style of learning would be good in some classes such as math or english where there's lots of lessons, but there are other classes where this style of learning would not work such as science were there are experiments or the shop/food tech classes. I also agree with Travis in the fact that teens are spending to much time on the computer as it is and shouldn't spend their whole day on it.
Personaly, I believe that this teachung style's effectiveness depends on the subject that is being taught. For example, in a class like ours, where the focus is on using the technology and working through it and everyone is doing something slightly different, watching the theory sections the night before would be helpful because it would give us time to think on them and extra time for work. Plus the theory sections here are generally 10-20 minutes long; this is a fairly short amount of time which makes students more likely to watch them. However, in a class like english or science this style would not be effective because the focus of the class is on the actual theory. This means that the youtube videos would be far more in depth and complicated to cover all the subjects. Plus, by doing it online, it is impossible for the lessons to evolve like they would in a natural classroom. Lastly, in order to cover all the subjects the videos would grow ever longer which makes students far less likely to complete them.
ReplyDeleteBy Russell Stirling
Matthew Bongers
ReplyDeletewhile the concept is interesting the main problem I see is that It could waste time. When a teacher gives a lecture and I don't understand something I can ask and the whole class gets an answer. but if we are learning at home then the next day the teacher may have to asnswer the same question from multiple people. also by the time it comes to do the work the next day the pasage of time might have muddled the lecture.
Megan Wilmon
ReplyDeleteI think 'flipping' classrooms is a very good idea. It would have definetly helped me while I was in Mrs. Hammonds math class to be able to go back in her lectures and catch everything she sais. It also would have been very helpful to have more time in class with her to sit with me and explain the things I didnt understand. Knowing what you were going to do in class the next day would also alow you to look up techniques and get more info on the things being taught. You could prepare and be ready with questions for the teacher the next day.
I can't see any draw backs in flipping classrooms, i know on a personal level I would benefit from being taugh this way.
Stephen Good
ReplyDeleteI do not think that a "flipped classroom" is a good aproach to learning. If the stundents are in classroom learning from the teacher then they are foresure learning something. If it is left to the students to take it apon themselves at home to learn it from videos many students will not bother to watch them because the would rather watch tv or play video games then watch informational videos. Also not all students live where highspeed internet can be accessed, or the may come from a family that cannot afford it so it cannot be expected of the students to be able to learn it. Instead they could watch the videos in class and work on the work as the watch it, while the teacher walks around helping the students that need it.
Alex Cumber
ReplyDeleteI disagree with using technology after school to learn the lesson instead of learning it in class because before laptops and computers there were geneuses that did mot like Einstein. Even hundreds and thousands years ago there were people that didnt even have schooling that were amazing architects, scientists, strategizers, physicists, and many more. People can be smarter than computers they just have to study through books. We become experts at things by learning from other experts.
Hannah
ReplyDeleteI read through this article and I found that this 'flipped' classroom idea is very much like what is already happening in online schools. I was part of an online highschool for one semester, so I have a pretty good idea of how it compares to normal school.
When you're schooled online, usually the teacher gives you the resources, you read, watch, or listen to them, and then you take part in an online discussion with the teacher about it. For me, it worked very well. But I think this way -- as well as the flipped way -- requires a lot of self-discipline from the students. In 'normal' school, a lot of kids rely on the teacher to kickstart them into motion; when the teacher/lesson is online, its up the the kids to educate themselves.
In a perfect world, I think online learning would work great: classes could be shorter, lessons would always be available, and it would teach kids about technology and how to use it. But, you have to consider the kids going into a program like this and whether or not they are capable of actually having the initiative to go online and learn -- by themselves. To go the route of online learning, you'd have to change the entire schooling structure so there would be less dependence on teachers and more independent students.
Brittany
ReplyDeleteThis way of online learning is different and i can see why some teachers might go this route. I think for certain classes such as maths and sciences this would be a great tool, especially if you have a test or exam coming up, it would be easy to review the material. Although some classes would be better taught in class such as English, history or languages. Although i think if all classes were taught this way it would be very stressful and tiring, you'd be in school all day to do work, then you have to go home and learn the lessons for the next day, and that might be tight time wise if you have a job, then assignments from other classes etc. i think teachers should put lessons online for review, but still teach in class, at least for now, because some students might not apply themselves or want to learn or have time for lessons.
Austin
ReplyDeleteI really support this idea. I think this could be something to really build off of. I hate sitting for an hour and listening to the teacher talk. I lose focus though out the lesson and miss important info. I also have a hard time keeping up with the class when I'm trying to take notes as the teacher talks. If this idea was implemented it would be very helpful to my personal needs because I can go at my own pace and I would be able to soak in more of the info. I also would much rather do my work in class and have the teacher there to help me and guide me then working at home and not having the teacher as a resource. There would be some cons to this idea like having to much screen time but I'm sure there is other ways of compensating for this problem,
A very interesting way of teaching and learning. There are pros and cons of this system.
ReplyDeleteSome pros would be that if you didn't like your teacher you wouldn't have to constantly listen to him/her all class. Also you are learning from professionals above any that are at the school. Lessons are scripted so there is no human error in anything being taught.
Some cons would be that if you like your teacher and teaching style a lot you will not be able to listen to the lectures you very much enjoy. Also kids need to buy in to the program and not fool around on computers because it is very easy to get distracted.
This new learning style is dynamic and creative and it has potential. However teachers along with students need to cooperate in learning this style. I would recommend not to introduce the program to senior students and more experienced teachers since they may shun the program. It should be brought in with new young innovative teachers, along with younger kids eager to learn new things.
Jhana Ellard
I see the pros and cons of this new style of learning being used, to watch the lesson at home and then work through the project at school. Personally I think that it could be that a new and exciting way to do school work could intrigue students greatly for some time but I also feel that students these days get bored with things very easily and soon enough students with just stop watching the lesson just like they stopped doing homework such a long time ago. Kids need motivation so depending on how motivated this idea makes them will create their success.
ReplyDeleteFrom my own experience being in high school I know certain classes such as math’s and sciences that this would be a great tool to have seeing as I often find myself perfectly fine following along with the lesson but when faced with homework after school and no help, I have challenges. Using this new method could solve this problem!
Travis
ReplyDeletePersonally, I don't think this would be good, because not only are teens spending an absurd amount of time on computers, watching tv, or looking at screens all day, but there would be no pressure to do their work. Right now, if you don't hand in your homework a teacher will get mad, and kids feel like they have to do it for fear of getting in trouble. If I was on my computer learning a lesson at home, nobody would yell at me if I fell asleep, nobody would urge me to study, and nobody would stop me from opening facebook or texting my friends while I listen. Another point, is that this would influence kids to be less socially active, and this makes them lonelier which can lead to anxiety and depression.
This style of learning is not without its cons, but it is a very cool idea and I support it.
ReplyDeleteThere are many times when ill need the teacher to explain something again in a lesson. With the video I can just rewind it and watch again versus interrupting the teachers lesson. This system also allows for more one on one work, which can really help a student who doesn't really understand the subject.
Of course with this system students must invest their own time from home. Also, not all students have an internet connection, so they would all be left out of the lessons.
Carson
Geordie
ReplyDeleteI think that the flipped class room is an ok idea. But we've been learning perfectly fine without technology for hundreds of years. If they do studies that show that the flipped classroom is a better learning strategy then having a teacher at the front of the class and thats why the kids in korea are so smart then that's fine. but i would not want to be taught that way. Everyone learns in differernt ways so i think if student had the option of learning either way that'd be cool:P Also it would be alot of money and it seems un realistic because not all students can afford to have the technology they are talking about and neither can most schools.
Eric
ReplyDeletePersonally I think this would be a bad idea because their is no pressure to do the work. If I went home to listen to my math lesson, their is no one there to stop me from texting, going to watch tv, or just getting up and leaving. also if i was listen to the lesson and had a question there would be no one that i could ask about my issue. But on the other hand it would be nice to have some more one on one time with the teacher to help you with your assignments or any other problems your experiencing.
Without a doubt there are pros and cons of every teaching style. Personally, I think the idea of a "flipped class" is probably one of a school boards worst ideas ever. Again I agree with Russell when he says that classes won't have the chance to evolve. Some of the best discussions are started in class, when people start to get passionate about a subject and then BAM you have a discussion for the rest of the class, yet you can still learn from it. Adults are constantly saying that my generation spends an insane amount of time on computers and cell phones. But now they are considering teaching us through technology? A big contradiction if you ask me. One on one is always much more ideal than, face to face with someone on youtube. Sometimes we build connections with teachers which can help make our learning experience much more enjoyable. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this happens all the time sometimes teachers make our experience harder, but you can still approach them and have extra help in the subject. Without a doubt kids will lose interest and motivation in most subjects. While online learning, no one is there cracking down on you to pay attention it's all self motivation which most high school students don't have. Stick to teachers in person, no teachers online.
ReplyDeleteHeather Johnson
Bad idea, i think that not only kids will become tried of this, but will not put the effort into making sure they are watching the lessons online aposed to watching something they would enjoy on youtube. they say the kids in this class marks have gone up by 5%, i think that as happen because they are doing math, science,etc.. on the computer, there isnt much you cant find on the internet, i bet most of these kids arent even watching there leassons on the computer and are probably playing more games and facebook time. this is like having extra long homework everynight.
ReplyDeleteCaelan
ReplyDeleteI think that the "flipped classroom" may work for some learning types, and others it may not. If our school were to consider this I think they should make the option of picking a flipped classroom like they would the option of academic, applied, university or college. Having a choice like this would open up doors to those who are motivated and would watch the lessons at home, compared to those who need a push from their teachers. As for the extra help students could just set up something after school with the teacher or during lunch. I don't think that we should let the internet rule our lives, we should have some sense of normality in the case of socializing and being vocal with our teacher during class time, instead of looking at a computer screen for more time then necessary.
Krishma
ReplyDeleteI think that the "flipped classroom" idea seems interesting to test but in my opinion, it won't be efficient enough to become a permanent teaching method. If students have questions or don't understand the lesson they have, they have to wait until they get to class to have that problem solved, so it delays their understanding. A teacher can only do so much to help every student, so if more than one student has difficulties with the previous night's work, the teacher will spend more time trying to help them understand that and sometimes they won't be able to assist everyone. That is when the one-to-one learning experience falters. What happens when a student doesn't understand something and the teacher is busy helping someone else? Do they just sit there and twiddle their thumbs until they can be assisted? In my opinion, this flipped classroom idea seems a little too far fetched. Screen time, which was mentioned in the article is an issue that effects this learning method, and so does location. Not all students have access to internet or a computer, so watching these videos is not possible for them. Another problem with this is that because students won't have someone telling them to do their work, they won't always do it. Not all students are diligent, therefore the flipped classroom learning method will not be successful everywhere it is put to trial.
Emmalei
ReplyDeleteRecently they have come out with a lot of new teaching styles,most loosely based on how children are all different and need either one on one learning or learning personally tailored to there type of learning style. When they came out with full day learning in kindergarten class rooms and added an ece to the room they were adding more one on one time for teacher to student to help them be more successful in future classrooms. That is the idea they have with this type of technology style of teaching making the student have a lesson fit to exactly how they learn. Although the idea of it is good there re some downsides, like some areas not having the internet access or not enough funding in some schools for this type of technology. Although this a great teaching strategy not all students can have this luxury.
To be completely honest, i think its a good idea. Teens already spend an enormous amount of time using technologie, why not have them learn at the same time? Times are changing. Not many people these days even buy newspapers. And why should they? they can get 40 different newspapers online or on their phones, saving paper and the enviroment. And contrary to what travis said, it is better to do work, because you can do the work in class instead of wasting time trying to do the lesson, than getting home and neeeeding help with homework. Its not that kids are afraid of getting in trouble for not handing in assignments, its because they are to lazy to do them at home. But if they were in a class, actually doing the work, than they would be able to get help on challenging questions. And my math tutor told me that i should do math even if my phone is out, or the tv is on, because im still doing math, and it goes into my subconscious. Also the lessons would get done much faster with all the knowledge needed, with no interuptions by rowdie students or kids in the hallways. All of the class time could be focused on getting through the actual work with having the students already knowing the material. And there is a controversy that some kids might just tearn it on and walk away, but what if there was a way to govern it? To make SURE the kids are watching. Im sure the world has gotten through more difficult troubles than getting teenagers to look at a computer or tv screen.
ReplyDeleteMitch Carnduff
I disagree with the above post stating that this learning would be bad. This new learning style is creative, and full of potential. Granted, at the moment it seems absurd and most students would probably become distracted by being on their computer, and do off task browsing, but that is something that is not new in the educational world. However, times are changing, and perhaps learning should change to. The benefits of this new learning style is that you are able to complete assignments, and learn at your own personal pace, at the comfort at your own home. But online courses are not for everyone. Perhaps this learning style should be used only for certain classes that involve using computers. I can see this kind of learning being very useful to math, science, and English classes. It all depends on the approach really.
ReplyDeleteErik Paltanen
Maxwell Mordue,
ReplyDeleteI agree that this is an effective style of learning because computers are the way of the future. But in learning from home you do not recieve social contact with peers and teachers. You need to build relationships to better your future careers. As Travis said you will not be as pressured to do your homework and study because you have nothing to fear, whereas in the real world you must deal with scolding and detentions. This would be a far more effective way of learning if it was implemented better, such as if you were to use the computers in your classroom.
Jill Barker
ReplyDeletei think that this is a very bad idea on how to teach. if i were to be at home watching a lesson on my computer i would most likely get distracted and log on to my facebook of twitter forgetting what i was doing. or i would start to doze off and start fitteling with my phone, there would be no one there insuring you to listen. a lot of the time i would simply forget to watch it or get caught up in other after school activities like work or being with my friend. also if i did have a lesson i watched at home i would not be able to ask questions or i would skip more classes because i would see no point in going if there was no lesson.
over all this is just a bad idea.
Amanda
ReplyDeleteI think there are some advantages to this new way of learning. For example it gives students more time to do work when at school if they have already seen the lesson before they get to class. Also it gives the teacher the opportunity to focus more on answering the questioins students have. That being said there is one major problem with this style of learning. When at home there is no one to enforce and over see that the students watch the lesson. I think that the same way most students don't do the homework they are instructed to, they won't watch the lessons and show up in class knowing nothing about the lesson. The teacher would have to explain the whole concept of the lesson to the student again anyway which defeats the purpose of watching the lesson at home from your computer.
I think Graham Johnson's style of learning would be good in some classes such as math or english where there's lots of lessons, but there are other classes where this style of learning would not work such as science were there are experiments or the shop/food tech classes. I also agree with Travis in the fact that teens are spending to much time on the computer as it is and shouldn't spend their whole day on it.
ReplyDelete-Jon Donaldson