The
material I found in MERLOT is a pdf document titled, The challenge of teaching information technology, authored and
contributed by Steve Mallard.
The article points out some challenges facing teaching technology and outlines
some key areas of knowledge required in today’s technical support field.
The
document seems to meet its intended goal. It is a short and accurate description of
key areas of knowledge required by IT personal, and suggestions on classroom
curriculum needs. This is not a media rich presentation, but I believe that the
article does function as an effective learning tool. This article serves as a brief
and general explanation of the areas focused on by IT personal. A learner will
gain a general understanding of key terms such as Mobile Computing, Desktop Support,
Server Support, Networking and Wireless Technologies, Security and Cloud
Computing. This information is useful to
individuals teaching the general material and coveys these are broadening areas of knowledge. The material can be used as a reference in
junction with other research or lecture. It could be added as additional reading
or included with a news letter or departmental email. Its compact design suits
well to busy multitasking learners and educators.
The
simplicity of article makes the information easily accessible and easy to refer
back to. The choice in media allows this to be view on most devices, including
smart-phones, iPads/Pods and computers regardless of operating systems. It
could be emailed, downloaded, hyper-linked, printed and easily converted to real
life knowledge (remembered). The language is technical to a degree, but unambiguous and the
terms should be familiar to the intended audience
How would you best utilize this in your current position? Would you have others read it and discuss? Since it is not "interactive"...how could it be a catalyst to create a collaborative environment?
ReplyDeleteLooks like a good resource. Would you use it in your context?
~chuck