Teaching Methods and Pedagogies of Technology
Technology can be a very exciting, engaging and challenging subject for both, teachers and students. It is the application of science and engineering knowledge based on human wants, needs and opportunities (Moomaw, 2013). The subject allows students to creatively and critically explore, design and implement ideas for the betterment of society.
Technology is not limited to using computers, iPads or an interactive whiteboard. As Bencze (2010) reminds us, technology did not start with the digital age; it is evident in the kitchen utensils we use, the wheels on the car and shovel in the shed. The subject involves processes of investigating & defining, generating & designing, producing and implementing and collaborating and managing.
Some key pedagogical approaches of technology are (Albion, 2016):
Some key teaching methods include (Albion, 2016):
This resource is founded on the project-based approach. Where students are given the project or task of creating a class blog.
Technology is not limited to using computers, iPads or an interactive whiteboard. As Bencze (2010) reminds us, technology did not start with the digital age; it is evident in the kitchen utensils we use, the wheels on the car and shovel in the shed. The subject involves processes of investigating & defining, generating & designing, producing and implementing and collaborating and managing.
Some key pedagogical approaches of technology are (Albion, 2016):
- Constructivism (student-centered and hands-on)
- Non-linear process (design cycle)
- Real-world application (authentic)
Some key teaching methods include (Albion, 2016):
- Project-based
- Problem-based
- Inquiry-based
- Challenge-based
This resource is founded on the project-based approach. Where students are given the project or task of creating a class blog.
References
Albion, P. (2016). Pedagoies of technology education. [Recorded lecture]. Retrieved from http://usqstudydesk.usq.edu.au/m2/mod/book/view.php?id=517521&chapterid=33192
Bencze, J. L. (2010). Promoting student-led science and technology projects in elementary teacher education: Entry into core pedagogical practices through technological design. International Journal of Technology and Design Education, 20(1), 43-62.
Moomaw, S. (2013). Teaching STEM in the early years: Activities for integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Redleaf Press.
Albion, P. (2016). Pedagoies of technology education. [Recorded lecture]. Retrieved from http://usqstudydesk.usq.edu.au/m2/mod/book/view.php?id=517521&chapterid=33192
Bencze, J. L. (2010). Promoting student-led science and technology projects in elementary teacher education: Entry into core pedagogical practices through technological design. International Journal of Technology and Design Education, 20(1), 43-62.
Moomaw, S. (2013). Teaching STEM in the early years: Activities for integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Redleaf Press.