Knowledge of Power Point presentation.

                                                 

PowerPoint is the most popular program which allows users to create, edit and show beautiful presentation with the help of slides. Using power points presentation tool is a good way, as it offers some distinct advantages. When I was in first years I prepared PowerPoint presentation without having any ideas but after learning ICT module, gain vast knowledge of designing effective PowerPoint presentation.

In order to have effective PowerPoint presentation text should big and it can be visible from two meter away and text should simple no more than 6 lines and 7 words per slide. Regarding picture, usually arts work may distract the audience and used it when it’s necessary and if the picture is related to context.

Transition is annoying, not enhancing and ‘appear’ and ‘disappear’ are better and keep animation simple and it also visible from 2 meters away. Even capital letters are difficult and in order to make simple and easier used both upper and lower case letter. Sanserif, normal, bold fonts are clearer and used number for list with sequence. Even sounds only used when absolutely necessary.

 Below are the two comparisons between my two PowerPoint I prepare during first years and final year. So through these comparisons, I could easily judge or make out how how much I learnt to make PowerPoint. No matter how you are intelligent, if your PowerPoint is not match with designing principle, the audience will not able to convenience your information and so will distract their concentration.

Above PowerPoint presentation I prepared during first year.

 PowerPoint I prepared after learning designing principle of PowerPoint presentation. Not only  learnt designing principle, even i learnt few basic ideas of animanation by using powerpoint preasentation.

 

  

Importance of ICT communicative tools.

Ever since the introduction of computers in 1984, it became a part of our life. Many works that we used to do before the existence of computers were enveloped by the computer system and made our work easier. Despite rendering a great help to us in every field, yet we are reluctant to explore knowledge and skills about these technologies. We tend to learn only when we are in dire need of them which made us to have a very narrow knowledge of ICT.

Nevertheless, I feel grateful for taking ICT as a module because it is another platform for me to learn about ICT and to make myself a well words on the subject. I believe it will be of immense use for us to make teaching exciting and learning comprehensible. Moreover, getting chance to read numerous research articles related to ICT hone my skills on using ICT and preparing me to be a better educator.

  
Most of us are good in formulating a rules/strategy but we lack that guts to execute it. Rather than using the strategy that caters to different learners, we keep on parroting about different learning styles and preferences. So now I came to know that, we can cater our teaching to different learners by incorporating ICT. We should use learning technologies to introduce new concepts, supplement with visual and auditory aids and further their ICT skills.

After going through some of the research papers related to ICT I knew some of the communicative tools. There are basically two communicative tools namely; synchronous and asynchronous. These tools are feasible not only in the world of business but also in the field of education, whereby teacher and students communicative with each other and within student themselves to discuss about any topic.  I will incorporate both types of communicative tools because these methods not only make the lesson meaningful but it also prompt students to learn more about ICT.

 Communicative tools

                                           Asynchronous                      Synchronous                             

              

                                                                 

Video conferencing (synchronous communicative tools) can be used to communicate with learners to solve urgent issues and to accomplish immediate learning. It can be done individually or in small group. Working individually with a child will make teacher know a lot more about the child’s strengths and weaknesses. Teacher will know the learning style, preferences and the interest of a child. On the flip side teacher interacting with a small group of children will be like a guided teaching, where teacher will be able to let children learn and perform task collaboratively. Not only that, students can do video conference among themselves to discuss about the topic whereby slow learners will also learn from their friends

In line with asynchronous, I find VLE and pin up discussion forum very effective where we can share our confusion and doubts. Though we cannot get an instant suggestions or opinions (if the other person is offline), we can get their suggestions later. We get an opportunity to respond to different doubts making us learn more. Moreover it is one method that helps us to develop our critical thinking because while responding we have to think wisely and give our respond.

                   

The 9 elements of Digital citizenship.

After attending the last session, I am much more aware of two main ideas such as Digital citizenship and Elements of Digital Citizenship. First, Digital citizenship is the norms and rules we follow to act appropriately when using technology. For example, I am reading this lesson on a computer, phone, or tablet somewhere. I may also be interacting with someone on social media while listening to a streaming music service. In all aspects of this, I am acting as a digital citizen. 

Second, the nine elements of Digital Citizenship are Digital Access, Digital Commerce, Digital Communication, and Digital Literacy. Likewise, Digital Etiquette, Digital Law, Digital rights and responsibilities, Digital health and wellness, and Digital security are also included. The above nine elements of digital citizenship provide a comprehensive way of educating students on how to be responsible, empathetic, and safe when navigating social media and the internet.

Similarly, Digital Commerce means where technology users need to understand that a large share of the market economy is being done electronically. Genuine and legal exchanges are occurring, but the buyer or seller needs to be aware of the issues associated with it. The mainstream availability of Internet purchases of toys, clothing, cars, food, etc. have become commonplace for many users. The user needs to learn about how to be an effective consumer in a new digital economy. 

Another element is Digital Communication. It is one of the significant changes within the digital revolution is a person’s ability to communicate with other people. In the 19^th century, forms of communication were limited. But in the 21^st century, communication options have exploded to offer a wide variety of choices. Example, e-mail, phones, instant messaging. The expanding digital communication options have changed everything because people are able to keep in constant communication with anyone else.

I even knew the difference between Digital Literacy and Etiquette. Digital Literacy is the capability to use technology and knowing when and how to use it. Further, Digital Literacy is the way of teaching, using, and learning online technology. This element is very important because we have to know what we are doing online and if it's bad or good. In addition, learners must be taught how to learn in a digital society. In other words, learners must be taught to learn anything, anytime, anywhere.

Digital Etiquette is an electronic standard of conduct or procedures.  Technology users often see this area as one of the most pressing problems when dealing with Digital Citizenship. We recognize inappropriate behavior when we see it, but before people use technology they do not learn the digital etiquette. Often rules and regulations are created or the technology is simply banned to stop inappropriate use.  Moreover, we must teach everyone to become responsible digital citizens in this new society. 

Further, Digital Law is also considered as an element of Digital Citizenship. It says that citizens of our city, state and country, we are governed by certain laws.  As digital citizens, there are also laws that apply to our behavior and interaction. There should be no stealing, no plagiarism, and no abuse of others. Users need to understand that stealing or causing damage to other people’s work, identity, or property online is a crime. There are certain rules of society that users need to be aware of an ethical society. These laws apply to anyone who works or plays online.

Digital rights and responsibilities and Digital health and wellness are also included in 9 elements of Digital Citizenship. Digital rights and responsibilities are those freedoms extended to everyone in a digital world and there is a basic set of rights extended to every digital citizen. Digital citizens have the right to privacy, free speech, etc. Basic digital rights must be addressed, discussed, and understood in the digital world.

Digital health and wellness is physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world. Eye safety, repetitive stress syndrome, and sound ergonomic practice are issues that needed to be addressed in a new technology world. Users need to be taught that there are inherent dangers of technology.  Additionally, technology users are taught how to protect them through education are training.

Last element Digital Citizenship is Digital security which means electronic precautions to guarantee safety. In any society, there are individuals who steal, deface, to disrupting other people. The same must be true for the digital. We need to have virus protection, backups of data, and surge control of our equipment. As responsible citizens, we must protect our information from outside forces that might cause disruption or harm.