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TE year2sourcebook/year2 unit1 Topics of Study in the Unit (view source)
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In the first year you have been introduced to many applications for creating resources in multiple formats. The unique feature of digital tools is in the possibility of resource creation in different formats and combinations of resources in multiple formats. These characteristics of ICT that allow us to create different outputs have also resulted in the creation of many applications for supporting teaching learning in different subjects. The Free and Open Source Software community has developed hundreds of educational applications, which teachers can use to teach their subjects. These tools complement and supplement the traditional teaching methods that teachers use, such as lecture, chalk and talk, group discussions, projects etc. In this chapter, we will explore some specific applications for resource creation in different subjects.
In the first year you have been introduced to many applications for creating resources in multiple formats. The unique feature of digital tools is in the possibility of resource creation in different formats and combinations of resources in multiple formats. These characteristics of ICT that allow us to create different outputs have also resulted in the creation of many applications for supporting teaching learning in different subjects. The Free and Open Source Software community has developed hundreds of educational applications, which teachers can use to teach their subjects. These tools complement and supplement the traditional teaching methods that teachers use, such as lecture, chalk and talk, group discussions, projects etc. In this chapter, we will explore some specific applications for resource creation in different subjects.
=== Creating resources using educational tools - Geogebra and Turtle Art (for Mathematics) ===
=== Creating resources using Geogebra (Mathematics) ===
=== Creating resources using educational tools - Simulations and Desktop Planetarium (Science) ===
=== Introduction ===
Geogebra is a graphics software application, this enables a teacher to create lessons and resources which can be used for teaching-learning. It is a free educational application and and has its own respository of files, <nowiki>http://Geogebratube.org</nowiki>, available as Open Educational Resources. It can be downloaded freely (from <nowiki>http://sourceforge.net/projects/Geogebra</nowiki>) and it is available on GNU/Linux and Windows platrforms.
=== Creating resources using educational tools - Vocabulary tools and digital stories (Languages) ===
Geogebra allows you to make sketches on a graphic view and the algebra pane describes the co-ordinates of the construction. Functions can also be defined using the input bar. It is possible to animate constructions in Geogebra by defining the variable as a slider. Geogebra also allows instruction to be typed in Indic languages. The graphics view of Geogebra can be viewed in 2 dimensions or 3 dimensions. The tool also has a spreadsheet option to work with list values for plotting a function.
Geogebra construction follows the logic of mathematical constructions and the tool bar, will work in the same way, a paper and pencil construction would work. The construction protocol can be viewed by anyone using a Geogebra file. This is useful for the teacher and student to make comparisons between the two processes.
==== Building of subject related learning competencies ====
Different curricula have identified key competencies that should result from a mathematics teaching learning program. These include conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, problem solving, reasoning and logic and communicating and engaging with mathematics.
The Telangana state academic standards for mathematics also emphasize problem solving, communication, reasoning and visualization as key learning attainments.
Geogebra with it possibilities for visualization and animation can help support the building of these competencies. The precision possible in drawing supports building the procedural fluency of geometric constructions, helping students understand why a particular step is necessary. Teachers can use Geogebra to set up investigative questions for students to explore.
=== Chapter Objectives ===
# Understanding the interface of Geogebra and making different sketches
# Appreciating the different possibilities of using Geogebra in classrooms
## as a pre-made resource in classroom discussion and demonstration
## co-creating a resource in the classroom and using the process of constructing the resource to clarify concepts
## student investigations which can be used for formative assessments
# Helping students independently explore Geogebra for self-learning
# Building a library of Geogebra files for further learning and sharing the resources with the world wide Geogebra community.
=== Creating resources using Turtle Art (Mathematics and Programming) ===
=== Creating resources using Simulations (Science) ===
=== Creating resources using Desktop Planetarium (Science) ===
=== Creating resources using Vocabulary tools ===
Vocabulary building is one of the components of language learning. Kanagram is a software application in which you can create word lists for defined categories, which will presented in a jumbled form for the player to arrange into the desired words. You can build word lists in any language, though currently in Indian languages, you can use only simple letters and not letter combinations (ottaksharas). The tool allows you to configure word lists for any given category. You can provide a hint for each word also. For instance you could define a category - 'Rivers of Karnataka' and give Tunga, Bhadra, Netravati, Krishna, Kaveri, Bhima as the words for this category. For each word you can give a hint or clue, for e.g. 'Source in Kodagu district' for Kaveri. When you 'play' Kanagram, you will select a category. If you select 'Rivers of Karnataka', you will get jumbled words, one at a time, and you need to guess the word. This word thus builds the vocabulary of students in an enjoyable manner. 'Unjumbling' the word is a creative exercise, making students familiar with anagrams.
Vocabulary building is one of the components of language learning. Kanagram is a software application in which you can create word lists for defined categories, which will presented in a jumbled form for the player to arrange into the desired words. You can build word lists in any language, though currently in Indian languages, you can use only simple letters and not letter combinations (ottaksharas). The tool allows you to configure word lists for any given category. You can provide a hint for each word also. For instance you could define a category - 'Rivers of Karnataka' and give Tunga, Bhadra, Netravati, Krishna, Kaveri, Bhima as the words for this category. For each word you can give a hint or clue, for e.g. 'Source in Kodagu district' for Kaveri. When you 'play' Kanagram, you will select a category. If you select 'Rivers of Karnataka', you will get jumbled words, one at a time, and you need to guess the word. This word thus builds the vocabulary of students in an enjoyable manner. 'Unjumbling' the word is a creative exercise, making students familiar with anagrams.
Reference: [[Learn_Kanagram]]
Reference: [[Learn_Kanagram]]
=== Creating resources using educational tools - Digital Maps and atlases (Geography) ===
=== Creating digital stories (Social sciences and languages) ===
=== Creating resources using digital Maps and atlases (Geography) ===
==== Political Geography ====
==== Political Geography ====
Reference: [[Learn Marble]]
Reference: [[Learn Marble]]
=== Creating resources using educational tools - Time lines for history (Social Sciences) ===
=== Creating resources using timeline tools (Social Sciences) - to avoid? ===
=== Conducting a research study - using spreadsheets to capture, process, analyse data - present analysed information in text and graphical formats ===
=== Conducting a research study - using spreadsheets to capture, process, analyse data - present analysed information in text and graphical formats ===