The Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 (WGFA) is about improving the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of Wales by improving the way public bodies work with communities to create a better future (Welsh Government, 2015). The PCET sector has the responsibility of maintaining the standards of schools which have created ambitious, capable learners, who are ready to learn throughout their lives and gain extensive employability skills (Donaldson 2015: 29) Further education can develop the capability of workers and equip young people with the skills that the Welsh economy and employers need. One of the ongoing principle strategies in Wales which will affect the PCET sector is the Welsh language strategy; otherwise …show more content…
Not only will digital learning technologies scaffold learning, it will introduce learning that is blended; since blended Learning has become a popular method to combine face to face teaching with online learning to suit individual learner needs (Ryan et al., 2015). Digital-supported learning supports learners self-monitoring skills and provides support for learning opportunities which caters for the diversity of learners. Hiller (2017) anticipates that the use of digital technologies in the PCET sector will lead to a high level of success, promote problem-solving, and the transfer of self-learning skills and employability skills. In accordance to the digital learning initiatives that are underlying in PCET policies, a study has revealed that 44% of FE providers have taken action and invested in digital resources, 42% state that improvements in course delivery has been recorded (YMCA awards, 2017). Furthermore, by utilising digital technologies in every lesson, centres remain up to date with the ever changing PCET sector. However, the digital capabilities of teachers will impact the ability to deliver effective technology enhanced learning. Since all PCET environments must commit to developing a digitally skilled workforce and learning environment, funding must be made available to fund staff development, resources and training in learning technologies (Davies, Mullan and Feldman, 2017). Subsequently, 68% of FE centres expressed concerns about the pressures to comply to policies, while limited resources and funding are causing major issues within the sector (YMCA awards,
By joining an online community of educators who are all teaching and learning, we can post questions about our struggles and benefit from the suggestions given from other educators who may have experienced similar circumstances in their time of teaching. The topic of collaboration and the community of the school does relate well in the reading of this article by sharing how digital connections can engage and enhance your knowledge because the key to becoming a 21st-century instructor is to become a 21st-century learner (Ferriter,
Teacher technology support within the XYZ school district is essential to integrate available technology tools into the curriculum effectively (Helms, 2014). While this school district is making considerable progress in incorporating technological resources within the curriculum effectively, a need exists for further development in leveraging technology within the curriculum (GaDOE, 2008). In 21st Century classrooms, electronic hardware and software can support numerous resources for differentiated lessons to students with access to these resources
From the modernization of E-rate to the proliferation and adoption of openly licensed educational resources, the key pieces necessary to realize best the transformations made possible by technology in education are in place. Educators, policymakers, administrators, and teacher preparation and professional development programs now should embed these tools and resources into their practices. Working in collaboration with families, researchers, cultural institutions, and all other stakeholders, these groups can eliminate inefficiencies, reach beyond the walls of traditional classrooms, and form strong partnerships to support everywhere, all-the-time learning. Although the presence of technology does not ensure equity and accessibility in learning, it has the power to lower barriers to both in ways previously impossible.
They say, “We are now watching the early expressions of those possibilities: podcasts and streaming videos in real time of professors’ lectures, online discussions among students scattered across the country, online interaction between students and professors, online exams, and tutorials augmented by computer-aided instruction software” (Murray 243). With all the positives of technology integrated into education there are even more negatives. Through video chatting, podcasts and much more the basic soft skills of a student are diminished. The more online sources of knowledge we find the more it is shared for all to see. The use of technology is supposed to help us become smarter, but in obtaining a degree it is only hurting students.
I believe this was an important step to take but more could be done in this area, especially in rural areas where there are predominantly English speaking students. Many schools don 't have the proper resources to handle students who cannot speak or understand proper
Today’s Millennials: Facing a Tough Road Tiandre Miller DeVry University With his article, "Getting Out of the Way of Millennials' Growth”, published in 2016, Tim Elmore declares a firm opinion on the millennial generation's attachment to technology, lack of guidance, and feelings of entitlement. The millennial generation are those born between 1982 and 2004. They are the first generation raised with the internet, have so much access to technology, and more and more, are reverting back to living at home with their parents. Elmore states, "Many have been sheltered and overprotected and are unready for life in the real world.
Lewis (2015) outlines within the Welsh Government written statement that incorporated into one of the six areas of learning; Languages, Literacy and Communication, there will be a clear progression and different achievement outcomes specific to the learning of Welsh Language and skills. Donaldson, (2015) also encourages the learning of welsh within the report ‘Successful Futures.’ He recommends that the curriculum should have “Appropriate emphasis on the Welsh Language and culture.” (UWTSD, 2016). The writer of this paper also agrees with Donaldson and Lewis.
These three problems are: lack of collaboration and teamwork, staff conflict, and lack of transparent performance appraisal procedures. All of these three broad problems need to be addressed simultaneously to ensure that the unit performs as Barbara expected. As we read in the case, there is a conflict between junior nurses, senior nurses, and PCA 's which lead to ineffective collaboration among them. Junior nurses feels like they don 't get positive feedback from senior nurses. However, senior nurses feel that many junior nurses and PCA 's are in competent and feel overwhelmed to support them.
As a result we are enabled to make use of the language we prefer to use as the Welsh girls recognize English as the language of communication and as I and many other youth within South Africa use slang or a mixture of English and Afrikaans rather than one or the other. There is also the opportunity to communicate identity through the use of graphics. The Welsh girls will possibly post “girl power emblems, cute animals, fashion logos and Disney characters”(pg18) as well as some making “use of the Welsh flag”(pg 18) which therefore expressed their multi-faceted and multi cultural
It reviews various technologies available for use to faculty of higher-learning institutions and how they might incorporate the use of technology into their in-person classroom. Incorporating technology into an adult learning curriculum is different than doing so from a pedagogical standpoint. Adults need to be able to apply what they are learning to real life; thus, this paper reviews how to utilize certain technologies into a “hybrid” higher education course, where the primary instruction is done in-person, with utilization of on-line technology to enhance the
In the last 18 months, I have demonstrated leadership through effective employment of digital pedagogy and made an appreciable contribution to building a university-wide culture for achieving academic excellence through digital teaching and learning. On November 2013, I was part of a panel of speakers featuring Yale University Professor of Medicine Linda Godleski, Yale-Greenwich Hospital Executive Susan Brown and myself (Appendix 1). I spoke on e-Learning using the low back pain app I
New innovations and discoveries have always lead to changes in all spheres of life. With changes come new ideas, growth, and awareness. The new millennium brought one such revolutionary change with it, the use of technology. Technology has changed the world and has made it a nuclear place to live in. With increasing use and accessibility of technology, the demand for online education is increasing.
The purpose of this assignment, is to discuss Computing in the curriculum and how it is used to support children’s learning, reflecting on my practice and professional development, identifying my next steps and what is needed to achieve my goals. I am teaching assistant in a primary school working with children aged 6-7, following the primary curriculum in England. I have followed the ethical guidelines set out by The British Educational Research Association (BERA, 2011). Any names used have been changed to maintain confidentiality and anonymity. Using Technology for Learning.
students are turning toward online education as a way of getting a high school diploma or college degree. Students no longer need to sit in a classroom all day — restricted to one space, and expected to learn within a limited school day. With the progress in technology, education has expanded to the point where all that students have to do is to turn on their computer at any time of day, and start learning. There are three main reasons beyond the decision of choosing online schooling :flexibility, choice and pacing.
Today, issues of social class are not straightforward as they once were; increased educational opportunity and economic prosperity means that more and more young people are exposed to standard English than ever before. Nevertheless, linguistic prejudice still exists, particularly amongst employers, some politicians and sections of the general public. as