8 Weeks ICT Insight

Hey there! Welcome back to my blog! Today, we're diving into Nearpod (Link) ! If you're a teacher, you've probably heard of Nearpod , but you might be wondering, what exactly is M-Learning ? If that question popped into your head, then my title did its job! I got you curious (mission accomplished 😈). Hunting down answers with a question in mind makes everything more memorable! M-learning , or Mobile learning , is all about learning through mobile devices, spanning all sorts of educational activities in any subject area Speaking of MALL ( Mobile Assisted Language Learning ) , it's pretty much like M-learning in that it leverages mobile devices for learning, but it zeroes in on language learning. Mobile learning aims to let learners study languages anytime, anywhere, using any portable device . It also emphasizes something pretty crucial – the coherence of learning contexts . Learning isn't disconnected, whether you're inside or outside the classroom. Then th...

Before formally introducing H5P and Genially, I would like to emphasize that while these two tools are incredibly helpful and powerful, they are also require a considerable amount of time to fully grasp... In this case, why should our teacher invest large amount of time in creating blended learning materials? ( Advantages of blended learning) (Osguthorpe & Graham, 2003) Pedagogical richness Social interaction Cost effectiveness Ease of revision Access to knowledge Personal agency (i.e. learner control and choice) ... Part 1: Introduction to Selected Functions of H5P (link) (Screenshot from H5P.org) When I first started exploring the H5P tool, my initial impression was: yet another website with a plethora of complex tools...just the same old routine of exercises and Drag and Drop activities. However, the next few features really caught my eye, and they strengthened my resolve to introduce this tool to everyone. 1. Image Juxtaposition ( link ) This feature allows for a more intuiti...

First and foremost, a huge shoutout to Nicky  for bringing us the fascinating insights on Digital Literacies & AI  ❤ !! Future is now! It's common to come across news about Artificial Intelligence, like "A certain car company is experimenting with AI for autonomous driving" or "A translation software has incorporated AI for text translation." With such reports flooding the news, I can feel the pervasive presence of Artificial Intelligence in every aspect of our lives . I've always been aware that AI is continuously evolving and updating. However, what I hadn't realized is the extent and speed of AI's evolution have exceeded my imagination! Therefore, in this blog post, in addition to introducing various useful ICT tools like before, I'll also share more of my own thoughts on AI and its applications in the field of education. (Image Source: liu.se)

I have to admit, Conceptboard (Link) is quite an intriguing online collaboration tool! It offers a fresh perspective on online collaboration and discussions, providing features like video calls and chat interfaces similar to Zoom, but with even richer and more powerful functionalities. But! When asked if I would use Conceptboard for teaching? My answer is... Haha, I've decided to keep you in suspense for now. Let me give you a brief introduction to this tool first. Interface Introduction: I really like the simplicity of the main interface, which prevents me from feeling overwhelmed. Clicking on 'New Board' takes us to the next interface--the design interface. Even its design interface is quite clean and straightforward. The top features basic tools; the bottom right corner offers functions like video, voice, and chat boxes; at the bottom are some auxiliary options; on the left side are prompts to insert files, create new sections, insert building blocks ... and some tool...

Imagine turning up the volume on your favorite English songs and learning new words without even feeling like you're studying. That's what LyricsTraining does. In my quest to explore English learning websites, this one made me stop and stay the longest. I listened to one catchy song after another , and of course, during this process, I was continuously learning new words, filling in the blanks for listening exercises. The catch is, if you fail to fill in more than 3-4 words, the music stops. This mechanism keeps me sharply focused, trying to recall words I've learned before... This website is amazing! It engages your whole body —you listen with your ears, watch with your eyes, and type with your hands. Teachers can use this website to spark students' interest in learning English or to liven up the classroom atmosphere. I've already thought of some scenarios for its use, like: before class starts, we could have students use LyricsTraining (mind you, considering ti...

What makes students yell and laughing int the class? And what makes them being so engaged in learning language? I would definitely answer with game from Kahoot!!  Today, I would like to share a powerful teaching tool: Kahoot! ( Here's the link to Kahoot for teacher ). Don't miss this helpful assistant, esp. for teachers who really want to create a quiz-based game for reviewing vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and much more, making learning fun and competitive. 🚨Quick heads up before you scroll any further! This website comes with a price tag – yeah, not the freebie kind. If that's a deal-breaker for you, feel free to hit the close button on this post. Applications in Language Learning So, next up, I'm gonna show off some ready-to-use English learning goodies from Cambridge English on Kahoot ( Here's the link ), where the lessons are a goldmine for B1-B2 learners diving into grammar skills). Kahoot is full of all sorts of activities and games.  Let m...