Analyzing
The skill of analyzing learning contexts and strategies for
learning and further development
learning and further development
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Reflecting on the connection between Dudeism, Spirituality, and Technology This project was completed in ETEC 511, Foundations of Educational Technology. For me, taking ETEC 511 in my first term was a good choice, as it truly laid the foundation of my understanding of Educational Technology. When I entered into the program, I understood technology as many people do, as science, computers, tablets, phones, etc. but now I see technology as a problem solver, as a "means to an end" (Heideggar, 1977). It is possible that technology, as we know it, will eventually cease to exist, but technology will still continue to be a means to an end. While, as I reflect, I will admit that it is usually comfortable to consider technology as things with wires, electricity, viewable screens, etc., (and I utilize these common technologies and terms in my educational solutions), but I still recognize that the understanding of technology's "essence" is critical to successful educational technology designs and solutions (Heidegger, 1977, p. 4). I realize that this view of technology may be unfamiliar to some of the viewers that may be viewing my ePortfolio, but it is important to first look at the definition of technology and the origin of the word in order to begin understanding what Heideggar was trying to explain. I thoroughly enjoyed this group project while exploring the connection between spirituality and technology. Prior to MET I completed a minor in Religious Studies - something I'm passionate about. The study of Religion and Spirituality is not only a study of texts and practices, it is largely a study of human nature. When I first went into MET, I did not see how I would be able to connect the two, but after this project I am able to recognize the similarities between technology and spirituality - as both can reveal and lead to discovery (Heidegger, 1977). Click on the image below to view our project website: blogs.ubc.ca/etec511spiritualityandtechnology 
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AnalyzingAnalyzing, in this context, is the practice of studying, researching, and applying theory to real-world contexts, scenarios, and ideas. This aspect of educational technology is important because it is critical that proper research and learning strategies are considered in the phases of design and implementation for sound formation of ideas, learning objectives, and the addition of technology into learning contexts. PCK "...also involves knowledge of teaching strategies that incorporate conceptual representations in order to address learner difficulties and misconceptions and foster meaningful understanding" (Mishra & Koehler, 2006, p. 1027). Click here for Page References
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