Static Versus Dynamic technologies "Module 5"

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Reflection

This course has taught be a lot. I took for granted many things we have done in an online learning environment such as discussions for teachers just wanting us to read. However, through learning the principles of distance learning I understood why I was doing the things I did. Moller’s (2008) article states that Static and Dynamic technologies are important for it allows the teacher to make decisions in which tools are appropriate to use. The tools chosen should be appropriate to use in the effectiveness of creating a lesson.
Static technologies are those that mimic traditional classrooms and are teacher led (Moller,2008). I have always been under the impression that we are to try and move away from that kind of teaching. The quote “We look at the present through a rear view mirror” indicates to me if we teach in this way we are teaching the said way we are trying to change. Now in my defence I never knew that some of the devices that I was using such as Prezi, Elearning, Screen shots where seen as static, or something bad. I thought I was using technology. Making a difference from those who do not use technologies. However, I believe that some of these devices can be used in conjunction with dynamic technologies to have a positive effect on learning.
I find that promoting higher learning thinking, synthesising arguments and having students collaborate is vital. Moller demonstrates that at provides for a “deeper cognitive level”. So many times when I teach I realized that students only remember things today for today. They are not able to retain information because the teacher produced the information and the information was not meaningful.
With self-reflection I realized that I do use static Technologies, but as of today I vow to make a difference and change. Fahy(2008) speaks about teachers self-efficacy and how at time it keeps us in bondage. I realize based on ignorance that a change in instruction was not happening because I was not empowered. This course has now empowered me.

Fahy, P. J. (2008). Teaching in an online learning context. In T. Anderson & F. Elloumi (Eds.),Theory and practice of online learning, 2nd ed. (pp. 441-472). Alberta, Canada: Athabasca University.

Moller,L. (2008) Static and Dynamic Technologies. Laureate education, Inc.