Consider remote learning (e.g., remote access science labs). What modern technology do you think can better promote the teaching effectiveness of remote learning?
Remote learning
Remote learning is where the student and the teacher, or information source, are not present physically in a traditional classroom environment, and Information is transformed through technology, such as discussion boards, video conferencing, and online assessments. According to Cain et al. (2003, p.42), remote learning is a process in which education can be delivered to distant and remote locations through print, audio, video, or computer technologies by including both synchronous and asynchronous instruction. The COVID-19 pandemic forced all face-to-face college courses to transition to remote instruction that is very different than traditional classrooms.
ZOOM
According to me, Zoom is one of the most effective technology tools for remote learning that is being used all over the world in this pandemic time. In this tool, the educators can set up meetings and talk with students and feel if they are still in the classroom. According to Guzacheva (2020), Zoom is a cloud-based service that offers Meetings and Webinars and provides content sharing as well as video conferencing capability. Zoom technology is an effective tool for collaboration Based on this research’s findings, it seems that Zoom technology is a great tool for collaboration in which all the participants work effectively either by writing in a chatbox or by unmuting video and audio options. Moreover, it also provides to option to share the screen for both meeting hosts and attendees.
References:
Cain, D. L., Marrara, C., Pitre, P. E., & Armour, S. (2003). Support services that matter: An exploration of the experiences and deeds of graduate students in a distance learning environment. Journal of Distance Education, 18(1), 42-56.
Guzacheva, N. (2020). Zoom technology is an effective tool for distance learning in teaching English to medical students. Pedagogical sciences, 5, 457-460. https://doi.org/10.33619/2414-2948/53/61 ZOOM
Hi Harpreet,
You mention broadly about the functionality of zoom but have you explored any other options within the technology? I have worked with the breakout rooms which are a wonderful tool to create smaller group discussions, creating an even more intimate learning environment.
Dear Harpreet,
Hello. Zoom is a widely used tech tool in this time of Covid. Most of the institutions either educational, commercial, government, business is relying on this tool to connect and work. Zoom has multiple features that make it easy to use such as video, audio, chat messages, polls, screen sharing, and breakout groups. Add on to these, settings can be fixed to set privacy concerns. Zoom is supporting many institutions to handle heavy load due to the shifting of all the classes online. So, for sure, it is an efficient and helpful tool.
Take care
Gagan