Pankaj+Choithramani

= Our Challenge is: =

=Greek Sculpture Question = How can education validate significant student learning in our Digital Era? Take the Challenge


 * Question on the shift of assessment? Is this the only way to assess in the new era or is it to compliment what we have already?


 * View this as an opportunity to provide another means for assessment: for those children who aren't as successful in the traditional approach.


 * If the HSC is the ultimate assessment, why waver from traditional approach? It needs to enhance their understanding and their ability to succeed in these ultimate examinations.


 * **__Scope to provide new means for assessment so long as there is enough guidance as to HOW to make this shift effectively.__**


 * **__Must have significant criteria developed for each medium used. There is some implementation of this in 3,4 unit HSC English?__**


 * Quality of the assessment needs to change to assess the entire process of education involved.


 * Must encourage students to leave comfort zones and try other mediums. Avoid pigeon-holing themselves into one specific medium that they are happy with. Maybe present different choices of medium for each assessment/project.


 * **__This must be regarded as a tool to enhance creativity. Doesn't have to lose the traditional rigour which is still regarded as important. eg/ Ribena__**


 * Will the technology detract from the enthusiasm and passion that defines an excellent teacher?


 * **__Students must be able to use the technology regardless of where teacher's passions lie. To avoid it prevents learning opportunity which is important in this age.__**


 * Teachers aren't as technologically savvy as students at this period in time. An opportunity to get students to use their understanding of technology to teach and learn from one another.


 * Implications of having a screen constantly in front of you? Power, neurologically, visually, socially? Even pastorally - manners, courtesy language etc. eg/ first video.


 * **__Must explore avenues where it is appropriate and understand that it isn't always the best choice.__**


 * Could be used as an instant portal if the need arises to access online material.


 * **__Is "no. of hits" considered validation? Sometimes the most inappropriate things receive the most attention.__**


 * **__Technology allows assessment for people who may understand but lack the literacy to express their understanding adequately.__**