My Final Post: THE END OF THE TERM

-

Hi guys! We have finally come to the end of the term and it's time to summarize my thoughts about my experiences since the beginning of the term.

We have done many projects, used many tools and i have learned a lot. First of all (I always emphasize this) they have improved me a lot as someone who doesn't know technology well. I wasn't very good at editing videos, adjusting sound settings and designing. I think that i have learned what i need both as a student and as a teacher. Therefore, courses in which we do language-related digital works are absolutely necessary.

At first i thought it would be very difficult and boring but my prejudices were broken. I found it useful and entertaining especially in podcasting and PSA works as my speaking improved. I thought that technology is inevitable in English language teaching before i took this course, but after i experienced it myself, i understood better. My thoughts have evolved rather than changed. 

I have had the most fun while doing podcasting and PSA. Podcasting is something i have always wanted to do and i have had this opportunity. It has helped me a lot to socialize and communicate easily with people (we chose vox-pop with my peer). PSA was quite enjoyable as i like the aesthetic look and design. These two projects are very special to me as we spend a lot of time with my friends and get closer.

I guess i just got bored with the Wiki page work because writing is not really my thing. However, going to the Kadıköy Cinema amused me as i love watching movies. 

I think this course can be improved by leaving more options to the students. For example, we can choose our movies, books, pictures and subjects more. Taking photos is my hobby and i like to post lots of photos on my blog. Maybe there can be more projects related to our interests. 

In conclusion, it has been a course that i like in general and even if it is difficult, i have contributed something to myself in return. Apart from that, I have photographed some moments of the process we have passed since the beginning of the term and collaged them. I put the photo here too. Take care of yourselves!



Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Our AI-integrated Material

-
Image
Hi everyone, My classmates İrem Sıla Çimen , Murat Berkay Bozkurt and I developed an AI-focused material for high school preparatory classes, based on the "celebrities" unit in their books as a creative educational project. As the pre-task, students needed to communicate with ChatGPT in order to learn more about selected celebrities. ChatGPT was asked to create personalized profiles of the students' favorite celebrities for the target task. Ultimately, they were able to carry out imaginary interviews through a post-task on "Notion.so", which encouraged both creativity and AI exploration. This interactive approach demonstrated the potential of technology in educational facilities while also making learning about artificial intelligence entertaining. AI combined with the appeal of celebrities turned an ordinary lesson into an engaging journey for young minds. Pre-task: Target task: Post-task: Sign up first by clicking here. Then access the
Read more

Our Flipped Teaching Video

-
Image
Hi everyone, today i'm gonna talk about flipped teaching videos. In today's dynamic educational landscape, the flipped classroom approach has gained prominence for its innovative teaching methodology. This model reverses traditional learning by introducing students to new content at home through engaging videos, allowing valuable classroom time for discussions and interactive activities. The advantages are manifold, promoting personalized learning as students can pace themselves, fostering deeper understanding through collaborative in-class experiences. However, the flipped classroom isn't without its challenges. Students may struggle with self-directed learning, and access to technology at home can create disparities. Educators also face the task of creating high-quality content, ensuring it is accessible to all. My partner Murat Berkay Bozkurt  and I used Canva, a flexible design platform, to create an instructional video about different movie genres. I was ab
Read more

AR/VR Teaching Material

-
Image
Me and my group friends İrem Sıla Çimen and Murat Berkay Bozkurt  prepared an AR/VR Material. Today I will talk about the AR/VR technology and the process of our material. Using AR/VR to explore Istanbul's rich history is an immersive experience that goes beyond standard education. Our content, created with Canva, explores popular attractions such as the Archaeological Museum, Fatih Sultan Mehmet, Galata Tower, and Hagia Sophia. We enable readers to easily explore deeper into historical facts by integrating data matrices. This content was created through a creative integration of technology and design, guaranteeing a fun and instructive experience. Canva's accessible platform made creation easy, and AR/VR technologies brought history to life with an additional layer of involvement. Conventional approaches in language instruction are redefined by AR/VR technologies. The capacity to virtually experience historical places improves understanding and memory, providing a lively and
Read more