Reading up on teaching technology advances always brings to light some amazing tools and platforms that are out there for the benefit of both educator and learner. The challenge from early days used to be merely connecting the leaner and the educator outside of the classroom, it was a matter of access, which we can admit is primary and fundamental. But what if the technology can do more than just connect users? What are the other areas and developments technology has facilitated? We read up on a learning platform called Seesaw and these are some of the exciting advantages of this platform.
Freedom of choice and multiple ways of expression:
Previously learners would be tasked with assignments that asked them to relay their understanding of a concept. On this platform learners get to choose the best way they would like to express their knowledge, they can write, draw, make a recording. This approach acknowledge the difference in learners and their differences in knowledge acquisition, which is not a one size fits all. This makes it easy for the learner to express themselves.
Time saving factor:
The platform offers educators a variety of templates and activities to use best suited for the subject they want to teach. So instead of spending hours trying to figure out how best to present a concept to learners the platform provides some suggestions on how to do this, which the educator can make use of.
The platform also offers the function of assessment grading meaning the educator can save time which they would normally spend grading submissions from the learners. They can dedicate this time to other functions
School and Home integration:
The platform also gives access to parents so they can stay abreast of their child's school activities as well as performance. This allows for parents to be involved in their child's learning experience, and continuing with learning in the home. This means not waiting for parent teacher days to get feedback on your child's performance you can get live and day to day feedback on their school work.
This platform is just one of many that are out there that are changing the way of teaching and learning. We cannot wait to see what upcoming platforms will be able to help achieve.