KWC BLOG

2013-11-15

Using cell phones in the classroom is quite controversial, with many schools banning them and not allowing learners to use them for learning activities. In my experience cell phones work in the classroom, where the teacher has discussed the use of and created boundaries around the use of the cell phones. A values discussion should also be had; respect of property, consequences of taking and / or sharing inappropriate information. Values, role in society, should be the basis of what and how we teach. However I do feel they can be wonderful learning tools, and here are some thoughts about cell phones in the classroom.

2013-10-16

The more I play with Augmented Reality or AR as it%u2019s known, the more I think this is an exciting technology to use in the classroom.

2013-08-14

QR stands for Quick Response, as you get the information quickly from the QR code and onto your mobile device; tablet or cell phone.

2013-06-19

Technology & Technologies & Software. Integrating technologies %u2013 using technologies (hard and software) to make learning meaningful.

2013-05-23

Karen is interviewed by Carla Van Straten from Sound Idea Digital about Online Education, focusing on the South African context. The first question focuses on e-books vs textbooks being used in the classroom.

2013-05-23

Karen is interviewed by Carla Van Straten from Sound Idea Digital about Online Education, focusing on the South African context. The second question focuses on training of teachers to use technology.

2013-05-23

Karen Walstra is interviewed in April 2013, by Carla Van Straten from Sound Idea Digital. Online Education placing focus on the South African context.The third question focuses on MOOCS in South African education.

2013-05-23

Karen is interviewed by Carla Van Straten from Sound Idea Digital about Online Education, focusing on the South African context. The fourth question asks: Would educational technologies assist in solving educational problems in South Africa?

2013-02-25

Teach the children you work with about internet and online safety if you are using the web in your lessons. Here are some general tips and ideas.

2013-02-04

The response system technology is often sold to teachers as an assessment tool I really like to use it as a teaching and learning tool, asking learners questions throughout the lesson. The advantage is you, as the teacher, know if your children are understanding what you are saying as you progress through the lesson.