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ICT as Co-constructive tool

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  What is Co-Construction? At its heart, a co-constructive tool is any digital resource that allows multiple users to work together, either simultaneously or over time, to build content, solve a problem, or consolidate knowledge. Instead of students constructing knowledge independently, they are doing it together. Our session highlighted examples like Google Docs, Google Slides, Padlet, and Coggle —tools that make teamwork visible and immediate. The Power of Shared Creation The benefits of integrating these tools into teaching and learning are profound, particularly for preparing future educators. 1. Active Collaboration and Teamwork: Co-constructive tools, by their very nature, force students to engage in real-time collaboration. This isn't just dividing tasks; it’s about sharing ideas and immediately building on each other's contributions (Page 8). This active process encourages essential communication skills. 2.Inclusive Participation: This benefit resonated strongly wi...

ICT as Communicative Tool

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                                                                  ICT as Communicative Tool A communicative tool refers to any technology, software, or application that is primarily used to facilitate effective, two-way interaction between teachers and students, or among students themselves. The main concept is that these tools break down the physical barriers of space and time, allowing dialogue and interaction to happen easily both inside and outside the classroom. Examples of these tools are vast, ranging from basic email and social media (like Telegram or WeChat) to complex platforms like Learning Management Systems (LMS) , online meeting rooms (Zoom, Google Meet), chat forums , and collaborative documents (Google Docs). They are essential for turning the traditional one-way lecture into an active, conversational lea...

ICT as an Informative Tool

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                                                ICT as an Informative Tool An informative tool refers to any application or resource that provides a vast amount of content and information to learners. Essentially, these tools are powerful repositories of knowledge, which can be presented in various formats, including t ext , images , sound , video , animation , and graphics . When we talk about ICT as an informative tool , we are referring to using digital technologies—such as the internet, educational websites, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and digital media—to collect, store, and share this diverse information with students. The concept is that technology allows us to access and deliver content in ways that static materials cannot. Firstly, these tools significantly improve student understanding and retention because visual and multimedia aids help simplify c...

A BOY WITH THE GLASS.

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WHO IS THAT BOY???? This is non other than me Jigdrel Wangchuk wearing traditional bhutanese attire (a gho). I grew up in a very remote place called Drametse which is located in the eastern part of Bhutan. I am currently pursuing my B.Ed in Primary Dzongkha in Paro college of Education a path I chose with hope and determination. Life, however, has not been easy for me. Growing up in a family broken by divorce, I have faced many struggles that shaped me into who I am today. My journey has been filled with challenges, pain, and moments of loneliness, but through it all, I have learned to carry myself forward. Every step I take is a reminder of the tough road I have walked, and the resilience I continue to build within.