This document discusses alternative online platforms and tools that can be used for blended learning. It outlines various learning management systems like Google Classroom and Edmodo, as well as online office suites, storage options, quiz platforms, video conferencing tools, and hardware and software for developing instructional materials. The goal is to provide teachers with different technology-based options to facilitate blended learning.
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Alternative Online Platform For Blended Learning
This document discusses alternative online platforms and tools that can be used for blended learning. It outlines various learning management systems like Google Classroom and Edmodo, as well as online office suites, storage options, quiz platforms, video conferencing tools, and hardware and software for developing instructional materials. The goal is to provide teachers with different technology-based options to facilitate blended learning.
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Technical Team
Alternative Online Platform for Blended Learning
I. Online Platforms and Alternative Learning Management System (LMS) for Blended Learning
6 Reasons Why Google Classroom is a Great Tool for Teachers
Exposure to an Online Learning Platform - Today, many colleges require students to take at least one online class during the course of their degree work. In fact, if you get a master’s degree in education, some of your coursework could be online. Unfortunately, many students have never had any experience with online education. That is why you really want to make sure to give your students as much exposure to it as possible at a young age. Google Classroom is an easy way to help students with this transition because it is super user-friendly, making it a great intro to technology. Easy Access to Materials - Because everything is posted online, Google Classroom gives students access to materials no matter where they are. Gone are the days of lost rubrics or worksheets. Students who are absent can easily access classroom materials from home if necessary–this can really help save both you and your students a lot of stress in the long run. Differentiation - Because you can set up many different classrooms, Google Classroom is a great tool for differentiation. If you’re working on a concept in class and have groups working at two different levels, simply create two different classes for that unit. That way you can better reach out to those who are struggling with their own kind of work without making them feel bad. This can help you give out assignments on a more individual basis and really reach out to certain students as well. You can even split everyone into groups that you think they will be able to work the best in. Google Classroom is a great, flexible way to ensure that every student gets just what they need, and you can easily delete and recreate classes as you see fit. Less Paper - When used to run an entire class, Google Classroom can virtually get rid of paper consumption. As long as students have access to the internet, all classwork can be handled online. This means no copies and ultimately less money for your district. No Lost Work - Students can’t lose work if they don’t physically have it in their presence. Since they are usually working in Google Drive, everything saves automatically and excuses dwindle. With a few short lessons concerning how to properly use these online tools, students can experience more success getting organized. Engagement - It’s been proven time and time again that students are engaged by technology. Google Classroom can help students become and stay engaged in the learning process. If you have students Technical Team answer questions in Classroom, for example, other students can comment on these answers and deepen thought for both students. Overall, using Google Classroom is definitely worthwhile. It can save you a lot of time and energy, and can help you to better prepare your students for the future. According to Kara Masterson: Retrieved: May 19, 2020 from: https://www.gettingsmart.com/2016/11/6-reasons- google-classroom-great-tool/
Edmodo is a free Facebook-like learning management
system (LMS) that teachers can use to manage online instruction. Teachers can create an account, classes, and their first assignment or quiz within minutes and can invite students and parents to join them via class code, email, or handout. Once students join, they can see content, manage deadlines, receive and submit assignments, and interact with the teacher and other classmates by participating in activities and writing posts that include embedded files, links, and media. Teachers can see all posts and can moderate content or put class members on read-only mode. Users can share documents, links, video, and images using the drag-and-drop feature, integrating files from Google and Microsoft accounts. Teachers can also use the Discover page to find apps, games, and student-focused news to add to their assignments. Plus, the Reports feature allows teachers to track assignment completion and grades. Featured collections, such as the Distance Learning Collection, can be great time-savers for teachers who want to up their level of virtual instruction without reinventing the wheel. Plus, there’s a robust community of Edmodo users who are eager to share ideas with one another through multiple discussion forums and groups, enhancing the site's educational quality and professional development (PD) opportunities. Retrieved: May 19, 2020 From: https://www.commonsense.org/education/website/edmodo Technical Team II. Online Office Package a. Google Sheets b. Google Docs c. Google Slides d. Office 365 (Need License)
III. Social Media and Entertainment Platforms
a. Facebook b. YouTube
IV. Online-Based Storage
a. Google Drive b. OneDrive
V. Online Quiz Platform
a. Google Forms b. Quizlet c. Flipgrid d. Quizizz e. Actively Learn
VI. Web Development Tool for Education Technology
a. Google Sites b. Wix.com
VII. Video Conferencing
a. Google Meet b. Zoom c. Facebook Messenger
Hardware and Alternative Software Tools for Developing
Instructional Materials I. Operating System a. Windows 10 b. Linux c. MacOS d. Android
II. Application Software (License/Opensource/PIRATE)
a. Microsoft Office Package 2016 or Latest b. Filmora Screen Capture Technical Team c. Movie Maker d. Photoshop e. Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
III. Hardware and Peripherals
a. Desktop and Laptop - Specification: CPU: Inter Inside i3 or Up Memory: 4 GB or Up Headset with Microphone Camera Speaker b. Mobile Gadgets - Cell Phones - Tablet
IV. Internet Connection
a. For the School (Host/Teachers) - At least 5 to 10 Mbps Bandwidth - Estimated Fee per month P 1,200.00 b. For the Students - At least 2 Mbps or Up Bandwidth - For alternative internet connection – Pocket WIFI (Smart or Globe)