to reflect on the experience of adding audio (podcasts) to blog pages
to share what has been learnt from exploring our PLNs
to take part in the open source content movement by editing/creating simple wikipedia pages
be introduced to the class research component
Task 1
Learn about writing for Simple Wiki
Choose an area of interest connected with your country
Search for it on Simple Wiki
Improve the entry or write a short entry
Task 2
Choose a topic on Simple Wiki to add to or edit. You will need to make an account and read this to get an understanding of the principles behind the site.
Open content is about ownership, freedom to use, re-use, re-mix (mash up, derive), and availability. Open educational resources are free and openly licensed resources that can be used for teaching, learning, and research.”
to explore the importance of networks of knowledge
to share reactions to attending a webinar
to understand some basic learning theories, including connectivism
And
Reflections on kaizena as a tool for feedback, and a comparison with Jing
Task
Create a 90-minute lesson plan for an elective English language class – Language and Culture
Context: 10~15 pre-intermediate to intermediate level students (CEFR B1/B2) – week 3 class
Class goals: Introduce the ‘minor’ Celtic languages of the UK: students should be aware that English is not the only ‘native language’ of the UK / they should be motivated to learn more about these languages and the traditions of the regions they are spoken / they should be fairly confident explaining what they have learnt to a friend or family member
Incorporate video and any other technology that will improve the students’ learning