Easy adaptation for diverse learners
“The curriculum can be re framed and reorganized to fit the learning needs of individual students in your class and, in the process, encourage students to take greater responsibility for their own learning”. (Ashman & Elkins, 2009).
Through embedding ICT into the curriculum and their teaching, educators are providing students with an adaptable learning style to suit individual needs. For example In the resource page resource A is a English as a second language iPhone app that can be used for diverse learning needs students while others carry on their learning. The brilliant thing about the web is that there is an app, activity or a creation of your own to suit every topic under the sun.
Through embedding ICT into the curriculum and their teaching, educators are providing students with an adaptable learning style to suit individual needs. For example In the resource page resource A is a English as a second language iPhone app that can be used for diverse learning needs students while others carry on their learning. The brilliant thing about the web is that there is an app, activity or a creation of your own to suit every topic under the sun.
The Curriculum is here to help
The Australian Curriculum has recognized this and included ICT options in areas where it can be used successfully. Below is an image of the year two descriptors for English, under the elaborations you will see a laptop image which shows ICT can be beneficial (ACARA, 2011). There are also links to Scootle through the curriculum, a page dedicated to ICT resources for the curriculum (click HERE to jump to page).
Something for everyone
With the use of ICT the possibilities are endless. If you are looking something to engage hands on learners, there are activities that allow voice response, touch and opportunities to create their own learning path. For the perfectionist in the class, the edition and manipulating option on many standard programs help them create a fantastic artifact through paint, word etc. If you want a group session, the interactive white board is great for getting the children to interact with their learning, show knowledge and promote further discussion.