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Technology based learningan overview

By: Akhlesh Agarwal

NIIT University

Why ? .

Why adapt technology

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Increase effectivenessMore engaging, improve

knowledge retention

Increase efficiencyMore students per

teacher

Increase reachReach students in

remote/rural areas or those who don’t have

time for full time course.

Reduce cost Make education

affordable for the poorest

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Exams

Hands on / Labs

Collab oration

Content

Guru

Traditional learning

processes

Traditional

learning processes

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Exams

Hands on / Labs

Collab oration

Content

Guru

Technology Based

Learning

Virtual Classroom for remote teachingSmart board for classroom

PPTVideo

AnimationSimulation

eBooks WikipediaOpen content

Discussion Forum

Q & A

Feedback

Virtual Labs

Simulated equipmentBiz simulation

Online Quiz

Online Assignments

Online Exams

Technology

Based learning

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Adapting technology

• For distance learning– Technology is must.

• For classroom learning– Technology is optional, but the right technology

added with right change can increase the effectiveness and efficiency, in addition to making it interesting and engaging for students.

Tech learning is friendly for Informal learning

http://prezi.com/g2ztfqflllwv/emerging-technologies-enriching-learning/

Teacher becomes facilitator

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Thank you

akhlesh.agarwal@

@akhlesha