Day: August 25, 2022

In the État des lieux de l’enseignement du français (ELEF) survey, Lord and Chartrand (2010) reported that only 14% of teachers get students to use word processors for their writing often or very often, “more so to compile texts than to correct them”. Although ELEF data is revealing, it describes a situation that prevailed more than a decade ago. Have digital writing practices changed since then, particularly in the wake of the Plan d’action numérique (MEES, 2018)?

Integrating technological tools into a teaching approach is relevant when achieved in appropriate conditions. Here are some avenues that can serve as a basis to analyze their benefits and limits.

Teams. Zoom. Hybrid teaching. Asynchronous educational activities. Before March 12, 2020, these words were not part of the daily lives of the majority of elementary and secondary teachers, but COVID-19 has helped to make them of interest. The emergency shift to digital technologies disrupted the school’s activities; however, it also provided an unprecedented opportunity to promote their use in teaching and learning.

It is not uncommon to sense some hesitation when we mention that it is possible to integrate digital technology into Language Arts or English as a second language. Various online resources can be allies in the English class. It is important to remember that it is the pedagogical intention that guides the choice of tools, not the opposite. Regardless of the level of students or tools available, technology can be a great addition to teaching strategies.

The nature of the tasks presented to students has an impact on the way in which they will perceive mathematics. Can technology have a role to play? Absolutely! Mostly, it is about having a clear intention. Let’s take a closer look.

Technology can be powerful and can be used to do great things … and some not-so-great things. I am very aware that there are issues that can come up with technology usage and that we need to educate ourselves and our students. I can’t help but be in awe of what we can accomplish with it. That’s why, in my articles, I’d like to introduce you to tools, resources and technology initiatives that have a positive impact!

Discover or re-discover various apps and sites ideas!

This document contains links to web-exclusive articles to complement the Fall 2022 issue of EngagED Learning Magazine, Vol. 2 No. 1.

Technology tools are destined to stay in classrooms for the foreseeable future. This is why it is important to continue to understand their strengths, their potential, and their weaknesses, which is far from easy given the variety of applications and the experiences of the people involved.

Additional References from EngagED Learning magazine, Volume 2 issue 1 (Fall 2022)