Final Digital Age A1 Online Tasks

EDU80010 DIGITAL AGE A1: ONLINE TASK. TANJA HASAN-WARNER.
TP3 2016
EDU80010 Teaching in the Digital Age

Assessment 1: Online Tasks
Blog URL: http://creativeteachinglearning.weebly.com

Blog contains: Part 1- Mind Map. Part2- Soundcloud recording. Part 3- Blog
style post
Tanja Hasan-Warner #100689289
08/ 12/ 2016
Figure 1.1 Creative Teaching & Learning [Blog]. Teaching in the Digital Age. Hasan-Warner, T.
(2016). Screenshot
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EDU80010 DIGITAL AGE A1: ONLINE TASK. TANJA HASAN-WARNER. TP3 2016
Part 1
Characteristics of the Digital Age
Figure 2 Mind map
Mind Map URL: https://bubbl.us/?s=7491838#!

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Part 2
Soundcloud recording
(2 min & 12
seconds)
Soundcloud URL:
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https://soundcloud.com/tanja-hasan-warner/skills-dispositions-21st-cteacher/s-184Qv
TRANSCRIPT: (405 words) Recording- 2m 12s
As a teacher in the digital age, I will need a range of skills and
dispositions, in order to positively impact student learning and
development. The 21st century, continues to require teachers with sound
pedagogy, who are lifelong learners, ethical and compassionate. However,
as stated by the Digital Education Advisory Group [DEAG], (2012) there
are new abilities, unique to the digital age that all teachers need to
possess and be able to teach their students.
As indicated in my mind map, (Hasan-Warner, T. 2016) digital age
characteristics, such as: Technology, Globalization and Innovation, have
produced rapid changes to the world we live in. With such prompt access
to information, critical thinking skills are vital, as they support learners to
develop digital fluency and succeed in our fast paced world. As a teacher,
I can utilise digital fluency skills to access technology in creative ways and
be inclusive of diverse learners needs.
According to the Global Digital Citizen Foundation (2014), media,
information, solution, collaboration and creativity fluencies, will allow me
to interpret and analyse information, problem solve and work
independently, creatively and cooperatively, in virtual and real-world
situations, (Global Digital Citizen Foundation, 2014). To impart these skills
onto my students, I will need to employ and teach the 4Cs of the digital
age.
According to Ewing, R., Lowrie, T. & Higgs, J. (2010) critical thinking,
creativity, collaboration and communication are the 4Cs vital to learners
in the 21st century. For me critical thinking is of particular importance,
because it supports progressive thinking and transcends subject matter,
(Critical Thinking Organisation, n.d.). The Critical Thinking Organisation,
(n.d.) argues that critical thinkers are better communicators, process
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information more effectively and use artistic expertise powerfully, to

become innovators. As a result, teachers who are critical thinkers, are
often open-minded, culturally competent and engage a digital mindset,
(Chattopadhyay, S, 2016), to use technology as a tool for exploration,
collaboration and inclusion.
Inclusion of all learners is progressively important in the digital age, due to
increasingly diverse populations in schools. Clarke. M. (2014), emphasises
the importance of being culturally competent and flexible. I believe such
dispositions, along with digital fluency skills and the 4Cs, will support me
to monitor and improve my teaching practices. I will therefore be able to
align student learning needs with 21st century knowledge and align
technologies with content and pedagogy, (American Association of
Colleges of Teacher Education and the Partnership for 21st Century Skills
[AACTA] 2010, September).
Reference
Digital Education Advisory Group
[DEAG], (2012)
Hasan-Warner, T. (2016)
Timeline point
0:15.48
0:24.63
Global Digital Citizen Foundation

(2014)
0:50.65
Ewing, R., Lowrie, T. & Higgs, J. (2010)
1:12.36
Critical Thinking Organisation, (n.d.).
1:27.28
Chattopadhyay, S, (2016)
1:44.51
Clarke. M. (2014).
American Association of Colleges of
Teacher Education and the Partnership
for 21st Century Skills [AACTA] (2010,
September).
1:56.45
2:08.82
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Figure 3 Skills & Dispositions, Hasan-Warner, T. (2016)
Soundcloud Reference List

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American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education and the Partnership

for 21st Century
Skills [AACTA]. (2010, September). 21st century knowledge and skills
in educator preparation. Retrieved from
http://www.p21.org/storage/documents/aacte_p21_whitepaper2010.
pdf
Australian Council for Educational Research. (2014, August 5). Teacher

magazine; leading
learning in a digital age. Retrieved from
https://www.teachermagazine.com.au/article/leading-learning-in-adigital-age
Australian Institute for Teaching & School Leadership [AITSL]. (2011).

Australian professional
standards for teachers. Retrieved from
http://www.aitsl.edu.au/australian-professional-standards-forteachers/standards/list
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership [AITSL]. (2012).

21st century
Education [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/nA1Aqp0sPQo
Briggs, S. (2014, April). Information overload, here Are 10 ways you and
your students
can deal with It. Retrieved from
Butler-Kisber, L. (Editor). (2013). Possibilities and challenges. Teaching

and learning in the
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digital world, (6)2. Retrieved from

Chattopadhyay, S. (2016). 7 characteristics of the digital mindset.

Retrieved from
www.learnnovators.com/blog/7-characteristics-of-a-digital-mindset/
Clarke. M. (2014). Meeting the diverse needs of students, (6th ed.).

Chapter 14. In Clarke, M.
& Pittaway, S. Marsh's becoming a teacher (pp. 245-268)
[VitalSource Bookshelf version]. Retrieved from
Digital Education Advisory Group [DEAG]. (2012). Beyond the classroom; a

new digital
education for young Australians in the 21st century. Retrieved from
rt.pdf
Digital Learning Hub. (n.d.). Effective teaching. Retrieved from

https://www.digitaltechnologieshub.edu.au/primaryteachers/effective-teaching
Ewing, R., Lowrie, T., Higgs, J. (2014). Teaching and communicating;

rethinking professional
practice, chapter 2 [VitalSource Bookshelf version]. Retrieved from
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Hasan-Warner, T. (2016). Characteristics of the digital age- mind map.

Retrieved from
https://bubbl.us/?s=7491838#!
MzczODM5Ny83NDkxODM4L2MyZjBmODIwMGQ0MTg1NDJkMWQ1O
DFhMWFhMGFkNmQy?X
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of critical
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NSW Department of Education. (2016). Learning dispositions. Retrieved

from https://education.nsw.gov.au/futures-learning/learning-andteaching/learning-dispositions
Skills You Need (2011). What is critical thinking? Retrieved from

http://www.skillsyouneed.com/learn/critical-thinking.html
White, G.K. (2013). Digital fluency: skills necessary for learning in the
digital age, Melbourne:
ACER.
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Part 3
Blog Post (438 words)
Blog URL: http://creativeteachinglearning.weebly.com
Blog entry URL:
http://creativeteachinglearning.weebly.com/blog/the-challengesof-teaching-in-the-digital-age
Teachers in the digital age face many challenges, as our increasingly

complex world is replicated in classrooms. Consequently, teachers face
dealing with issues such as cyber-safety, mental health matters, changing
family structures and a constantly changing knowledge base, (Bates, A.W.)
As a new teacher, I am significantly concerned about being able to
accommodate the needs of increasingly diverse students and the effects
of information overload, due to a digitally saturated world, (The
Association of Independent Schools of New South Wales Limited [AIS],
2015, p.1).
Increasing diversity in classrooms makes teaching a complicated
profession that requires achievement and academic progress for all
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students, including those with varied needs. Consequently, educators

need to adapt to student diversity, (Yoon, J-S., n.d.). I believe I can tackle
such challenges by understanding students learning styles, their diverse
backgrounds and cultural identities, as well as recognizing their abilities
and any learning difficulties. It is important I use and promote critical and
creative thinking, cultural competence and ethical practices to address
diverse learners and be inclusive of their needs.
Figure 4 Using universal design to differentiate instruction, Tremonte, A. (2015)
Through a student-centred, universal design learning approach, (Hobgood,

B. & Ormsby, L. n.d.), I can support achievement and meaningful learning
for all students. Through integrated units, multi-sensory teaching,
multiple intelligence's, ICT and authentic assessments that individualizes
criteria for student success, (Rose, D.H., Meyer, A., Strangman, N., &
Rappol, G. 2002), I will recognize that all students, have distinctive and
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valid abilities and supports a culture of inclusion and success for all
learners.
Figure 5 Infographics help. Feldman, B. (2014)
Todays digital devices allow us to readily access huge amounts of

information, 24/7. As a result, many students are in a permanent state
of distraction, which can impact negatively on their attention and learning,
(AIS, 2015). Combine that with the Niagara falls of information,
(Withrow, F.B. 2011) that is available all the time and information overload
is bound to occur.
Vast amounts of information can only useful, if organized into a digestible
form, (Briggs, S. 2014, April). This means, as an educator, I need to access
content efficiently and effectively, (Butler-Kisber, L. 2013) so I can teach
students do the same and reduce the likelihood of cognitive overload.
Briggs, (2014) suggests introducing students to management strategies
that limit distractions, whilst Mayer, R.E. & Moreno, R. (2003), promote
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segmenting learning into manageable parts and using a variety of

multimodal learning experiences and thinking tools. Likewise, AIS, (2015)
propose that teaching meta-cognition, mindfulness and taking breaks from
technology as equally helpful in the classroom. I believe all of these are
valid and would support students to develop critical thinking skills and
information fluency, so as to avoid information overload and therefore
improve teaching and learning experiences.
Figure 6 Teaching innovation & pedagogical support. UNiversity of Arkansas, (2013).
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Blog Reference list

Bates, A.W. (2015, May 15). Teaching in a digital age. Chapter 1,
fundamental change in
education, the growth of a knowledge society. Retrieved from
https://opentextbc.ca/teachinginadigitalage/chapter/structuralchanges-in-the-economy-the-growth-of-a-knowledge-society/
Briggs, S. (2014, April). Information Overload. Here are 10 ways you and
your students can
deal with it. Retrieved from
Butler-Kisber, L. (Ed.). (2013). Possibilities and challenges. Teaching and

Learning in the
Digital World, 6(2). Retrieved from
Digital Education Advisory Group. (2012). Beyond the Classroom: A new

digital education for
Young Australians in the 21st century. Retrieved from
rt.pdf (Links to an external site.)
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Feldman, B. (2014). Infographics help because [Image]. Retrieved from

http://feldmancreative.com/2014/11/25-effective-infographics-ideas/
Habits of Mind. (n.d.) What is a habit of mind? Retrieved from

http://www.habitsofmind.co.uk/the-habits.html
Hobgood, B. & Ormsby, L. (n.d.). Inclusion in the 21st-century classroom:

Differentiating with technology. Retrieved from
http://www.learnnc.org/lp/editions/every-learner/6776
Lamb, A. (2005, March). Information inquiry for teachers; information

fluency. Retrieved
from http://eduscapes.com/infooriginal/fluency
Matthews-DeNatale, G. (2012). 21st century fluencies. What it takes to

live, learn, and lead
in the digital realm [Slideshare Presentation]. Retrieved from
http://www.slideshare.net/gmdenatale/framingham-statepresentation-fall-2012-slideshare
Mayer, R.E. & Moreno, R. (2003). Nine ways to reduce cognitive load in
multimedia learning.
Educational Psychologist, 38(1), 4352. Retrieved from
http://www.uky.edu/~gmswan3/544/9_ways_to_reduce_CL.pdf
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Mindmatters. (2015). Mindmatters spotlights; using technology. Retrieved

from
https://www.mindmatters.edu.au/docs/defaultsource/spotlightsdocuments/using_technology_overview.pdf?
sfvrsn=7
Rose, D.H., Meyer, A., Strangman, N., & Rappol, G. (2002). Teaching every
student in the
digital age; education in the digital age. Retrieved from
http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/101042/chapters/Educationin-the-Digital-Age.aspx
Suhr, L. (2014, April). 4Cs of digital age skills [Video file]. Retrieved from
https://youtu.be/Gu_3r_xSAuw
The Association of Independent Schools of New South Wales Limited [AIS].

(2015).
Managing attention span in the digital age, The Link (2), 1-4.
Retrieved from
https://www.aisnsw.edu.au/Services/EducationResearch/Latest
%20Research%20Documents/Link%20Issue%202%20Attention.pdf
Tracey, R. (2011). E-Learning provocateur, (1). Retrieved from

https://ryan2point0.wordpress.com/tag/cognitive-load-theory/
Tremonte, A. (2015). Using universal design to differentiate instruction

[Image]. Retrieved
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from http://annietremonte.com/wpcontent/uploads/2015/11/Screen-Shot-2015-11-22-at-5.17.36PM.png
University of Alaska Fairbanks. (2016). What is information fluency?

[Image]. Retrieved from
http://iteachu.community.uaf.edu/files/2012/01/InformationFluency.png
University of Arkansas. (n.d.). Teaching innovation & pedagogical support

[Image]. Retrieved
from https://tips.uark.edu/wpcontent/uploads/2013/09/Blooms_Taxonomy_pyramid_cake-styleuse-with-permission.jpg
Voltz, D.L., Sims, M.J., & Nelson, B. (2010, July). Connecting teachers,
students, and
standards; teaching in diverse, standards-based classrooms.
Retrieved from
http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/109011/chapters/Introductio
n@_Teaching_in_Diverse,_Standards-Based_Classrooms.aspx
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Withrow, F. (2011, August 2). Challenges for schools in the digital age.
Retrieved from
https://etcjournal.com/2011/08/02/9596/
Yoon, J. S. (n.d.) Embracing diversity in the digital age: The new normal
of our times
[Power point]. Retrieved from
https://www.uvic.ca/learningandteaching/assets/docs/instructors/forreview/Teaching%20Preparation%20Pre-semester/LTC%20Embracing
%20Diversity%20Sept%202015%20YOON.pdf
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EDU80010 Teaching in the Digital Age

Blog URL: http://creativeteachinglearning.weebly.com

Figure 2 Mind map

Mind Map URL: https://bubbl.us/?s=7491838#!

American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education and the Partnership

Australian Council for Educational Research. (2014, August 5). Leading

Australian Institute for teaching & School Leadership [AITSL]. (2011).

Bates, A.W. (2015, May 15). Teaching in a digital age. Chapter 1,

Butler-Kisber, L. (Ed.). (2013). Possibilities and challenges. Teaching and

Chattopadhyay, S. (2016). 7 characteristics of the digital mindset.

Clarke. M. (2014). Meeting the diverse needs of students, (6th ed.).

Digital Education Advisory Group [DEAG]. (2012). Beyond the classroom:

Digital Learning Hub. (n.d.). Learning outcomes template. Retrieved from

Digital Learning Hub. (n.d.). Effective teaching. Retrieved from

Edwards, M. (2015, November 8) Major challenges to teaching in the

Ewing, R., Lowrie, T., Higgs, J. (Eds.). (2014). Teaching and

overview. Retrieved from

Glen Waverley Secondary College. (2016). Glen Waverley secondary

Global Digital Citizen Foundation. (2014). Media fluency [Video file].

Habits of Mind. (n.d.) What is a habit of mind? Retrieved from

Hobgood, B. & Ormsby, L. (n.d.). Inclusion in the 21st-century classroom.

business management skills. http://arcompany.co/the-digital-agehas-changed-culture-communication-and-business-managementskills/

McKenzie, E. (2016). Negative effects of globalization on culture. Retrieved

National Bureau of Economic Research. (2016). Globalization and poverty.

NSW Department of Education. (2016). Learning dispositions. Retrieved

Reference and IAC Publishing. (2016). How does globalization affect

Tracey, R. (2011). E-Learning provocateur, (1). Retrieved from

University of Alaska Fairbanks. (2016). What is information fluency?

University of Southern California. (n.d.). Infographic - how the digital age

Washington, N. (2015). 21st century skills; solution fluency, information

information more effectively and use artistic expertise powerfully, to

Global Digital Citizen Foundation

Ewing, R., Lowrie, T. & Higgs, J. (2010)

Critical Thinking Organisation, (n.d.).

Figure 3 Skills & Dispositions, Hasan-Warner, T. (2016)

Soundcloud Reference List

American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education and the Partnership

Australian Council for Educational Research. (2014, August 5). Teacher

Australian Institute for Teaching & School Leadership [AITSL]. (2011).

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership [AITSL]. (2012).

Butler-Kisber, L. (Editor). (2013). Possibilities and challenges. Teaching

digital world, (6)2. Retrieved from

Chattopadhyay, S. (2016). 7 characteristics of the digital mindset.

Clarke. M. (2014). Meeting the diverse needs of students, (6th ed.).

Digital Education Advisory Group [DEAG]. (2012). Beyond the classroom; a

Digital Learning Hub. (n.d.). Effective teaching. Retrieved from

Ewing, R., Lowrie, T., Higgs, J. (2014). Teaching and communicating;

Hasan-Warner, T. (2016). Characteristics of the digital age- mind map.

Ministry of Education, Te Kete Ipurangi (New Zealand). (n.d.). Importance

NSW Department of Education. (2016). Learning dispositions. Retrieved

Skills You Need (2011). What is critical thinking? Retrieved from

Teachers in the digital age face many challenges, as our increasingly

students, including those with varied needs. Consequently, educators

Figure 4 Using universal design to differentiate instruction, Tremonte, A. (2015)

Through a student-centred, universal design learning approach, (Hobgood,

Figure 5 Infographics help. Feldman, B. (2014)

Todays digital devices allow us to readily access huge amounts of

segmenting learning into manageable parts and using a variety of

Figure 6 Teaching innovation & pedagogical support. UNiversity of Arkansas, (2013).

Blog Reference list

Butler-Kisber, L. (Ed.). (2013). Possibilities and challenges. Teaching and

Digital Education Advisory Group. (2012). Beyond the Classroom: A new