The Clark vs. Kozma media debate focuses on media and
whether it affects the learning process or is media just the vehicle for
instruction. I agree with Kozma’s argument on how certain media can help
achieve certain learning goals. It would depend on the type of media that is
presented. I think I am more drawn to Kozma’s argument because of the question of
how media affects learning. I agree it is important to take a deeper look into
exploring the relationship between the two. I believe learning can occur in
different ways and it does not come from just direct instruction. The way our
technologies are advancing, media is influencing our students lives and we have
to adjust our teaching practices accordingly. Our 21st century students
are digital natives and they do not learn in the same way and we need various
methods to engage children in their learning. This reminds me of my daughter
and her struggles in math and how her teacher has recognized that it’s going to
take more to engage her so that she gains true understanding. I do believe
media, in addition to her teacher’s instruction has helped her to become more
successful in math.
Great point about students being digital natives. They are so accustomed to utilizing technology for many purposes. We, as educators, need to help them figure out how it can assist their learning and not rely on it to solely do it quickly.
ReplyDeleteI hope your daughter finds the media to help her learn Math. I have so much trouble helping my children with math. I am always using Kahn Academy and YouTube to help me understand, then help them. Seeing it in a book doesn't help me learn Math, even though I do well with it in ELA.
I love that your article was short and to the point. You stated your opinion and gave a good example at the end. Wonderful. Our student need the media. R. Clark argument is irrelevant to today's technology advances.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great example of pedagogy driving learning. In your daughter's situation, ed tech will probably serve her well, but someone had to write the instruction. I don't think technology can replace people, but sometimes you come across some beautiful piece of instruction that can really make a difference to students.
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