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How to integrate Digital Tools and Application Software into your class

  Application Software How do I use it in my classroom? by Micaela van Heerden 35534176 I know  Application Software  can sound far-out and perhaps irrelevant to teaching, but it is quite the opposite.  Application software is designed to specific tasks that assist function .   We can use application software to streamline our daily tasks as teachers and even use them to facilitate assessments and assignments.  Examples of Application Software Microsoft Word can be used to type up assessments, test, assignments. It can even be used to collaborate with other teachers by enabling others to edit it after it has been shared. PowerPoint can be used to create slide shows for your lessons Excel can be used for those pesky little admins jobs, to process and analyse data.  Websites are also handy to use as they may have additional features and functionality options that can streamline work. Google has it's own version of Microsoft Office, called Google Suite wh...
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Digital Education Tools How do I use these in my class?   by Micaela van Heerden 35534176 To understand how to use Digital Education Tools , it helps to first understand what they are and the roles that they play within learning.  Any learning that takes place using technology can be considered Digital Learning .  So what are the applications or functions of these Digital Technologies ? Digital tech can be used as a: 1. Tool                            https://graphicmama.com/blog/digital-tools-for-classroom/ 2. Resource 3. Devices                                  follow the link for more examples!               4. Systems Here are some examples:      Interactive Smart Boards Data Projectors VR and AR headsets Simulation Lab ( this is really great for our Science ...