My weekly reflection

  Education has undergone a radical transformation over the last few decades, and it is anticipated to change dramatically in the future. With the aid of technology, teaching and learning will be entirely distinct from what we are doing these days. Firstly, there will more degree pathways to accommodate a changing student demographic and employment landscape. Alternatives include nano- and micro-degrees, competency-based programs, expanded online options, and portable and standards-based credentials, as well as increased collaboration and partnerships with other institutions.              Secondly, online education will be more widely used in different programs. It will range from online activities to the whole online course. Teachers must be prepared to teach in different modes, including face-to-face, online and blended ones.             Thirdly, teachers and students will make use of technology in every c...

         Technology has become an inseparable element in many areas of our daily lives as well as education. With the rise of online courses and the benefits technology can bring to a lesson, technology seems to appear in every lesson of modern teachers. However, with the confines of classroom and learning environment, technology can be both beneficial and problematic at the same time. Therefore, teachers should have proper preparation before applying any technological tool in the lesson.           When designing a lesson, I usually consider which technological tool should be integrated and whether it works as planned or not. I expect that the technology I use will excite my students and keep them engaged in the lesson. Moreover, using technology also builds up soft skills for my students, namely team-work, collaboration or presentation skills. Nevertheless, there are also challenges I have figured out when applying technologic...