New TechnologyMEd in Education

Adobe Connect

Online platform used for presentations, web conferencing, e-learning software

Very first technology introduced during MEd journey - used in every course

Mobile learning from any device; real-time engagement in virtual classes

WikispacesFree wiki host providing wiki spaces, visual page editing and discussion area

Used in several courses - Principles of learning; Social & Cultural Context in learning; Technology and Curriculum

Easy to use, learn from peers, offering deeper engagement with course material in an asynchronous model

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Wiki EDUC5303G)

Dropbox

Digital tool used to store and retrieve files in cloud space

Introduced by fellow classmates as a means of sharing documents, used for collaborating on group projects and presentations

Organization, collaboration, and sharing files; assignments handed in online

Twitter

Free online social networking used to broadcast messages (tweets), reply to messages and create communities with common interests

Introduced in Digital Technology in education By Shawn Bullock

Suggestion was made to use tweet deck as a way to manage tweets - collaboration tool, allows for feedback, include all students in classroom discussions

PreziFree online "non-linear presentation tool for mapping and sharing ideas

An alternative presentation software based on canvas format rather than individual slides

Collaboration tool used in conjunction with Google drive and Dropbox to build presentations in real time

Have transferred current PowerPoint workshops/presentations to Prezi

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Google Drive Google +

Free web-based office program containing document, presentation and spreadsheet software

Offers cloud storage, sharing of files and ability to collaborate on assignments and projects

Use this app on my personal i-pad for sharing documents and collaboration

JingSoftware to create screen capture videos of what you see a computer screen

Used to create podcasts for several assignments

Create blog podcasts, teachers can create searchable screenshot directory; students can create video tutorials to showcase their work

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artefact (EDUC5303G)

Screencast

Digital recording tool of computer screen output (also known as video screen capture; often contains audio narration

Can be used to create longer videos than what Jing would allow

Collect and share feedback on projects or assignments; can display in various formats; can decide who views your content

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Knowledge Forum

Electronic group workspace designed to support the process of knowledge building

Collaboration tool used in Learning with Technology

Every individual contributes to a growing body of knowledge which can lead to innovation and growth

EdmodoPrivate, safe and free social network designed specifically for schools

Students join class with the invitation from teacher; teacher can connect with students online using computers or mobile devices

I am parent-user of this software - I have two daughters' teachers who use this as part of a School Board I-pad program

Google Hangouts

Instant messaging and video chat platform

Interactive presentation providing experiential learning during EDUC5405

Collaboration tool for group chats of up to 10 people; can hold online meetings; send photos/emoji (equivalent of emoticons)

Vizify

Personal website tool based on Social media profiles

Created graphical biography for capstone project

Weebly

Web-hosting service featuring a drag-and-drop website builder

Used to build final capstone project

Set up a classroom website & blog; students can have their own account; teachers can accept homework online and communicate with parents

References

https://twitter.com/vizify

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/weebly

http:wwww.knowledgeforum.com

https://www.screencast.com

http://www.google.ca/hangouts

http://www.adobe.com/ca/products/adobeconnect/ell earning.html

http://www.wikispaces.com

http://education.weebly.com