Weiqiang e-learning Activity B

SCARY!!!

Looking at the stats shown form the video actually made me becoming more aware of the fast-paced evolution in the world of technology. We can understand that by the introduction of better-improved gadgets like handphones, gaming consoles and laptops.

Knowing that what I studied in technology will 'expire' in two years time, isn't that scary?

If we connect all these onto the educationa landscape, it seems like we will be changing our job title to facilitators instead of teachers. I believe that learning will be geared towards independent and authentic learning. The use of the 'transparent piece of material' seems to enable learning to take place anywhere and anytime. Everything is just a click away and updates are all going to be real time!

One thing I will like to highlight regarding the way Big Picture High School works is that this way of education serves a very noble plan. But I still think the conventional 'old school' kind of school, where the use of summative assessments is still present, is needed for some kids whom had not decide on the future path. It is just that they have to tweak their teaching style with the fast evolution in both technology and curriculum.

The use of digital devices will then be a necessity. This brings along a problem I think applies now but maybe not in the future. MONEY. All these technology advancements do bring along various convinence to life. But what about the cost of living and sustainability of this kind of lifestyle?

What NIE taught me do serve as an exposure to me on what is going to happen in the future of our educational system. BUT, I guess it is not up to us whether we can do it. Rather, it is whether the educational system will finally enforce it. For now, I can only foresee what NIE taught me, especially in ICT, serve as an awareness and exposure for us in terms of what to expect in the years to come. Actual implementation? At least for now, I still think is not up to me to decide.