Description of the Learning Activities
Methodology
Timing (minutes)
Materials/ Equipment Required
Drawing upon the WebQuest methodology, this activity aims at fostering adult learners’ awareness regarding the pros and cons of digital technology in the classroom and for learning purposes at large.
Face-to-face:
The practitioner provides background information on the topic, also explaining what is a WebQuest, and invites the adult learners to form two groups (10 minutes).
Group 1: The cons of digital technology in the classroom
Task 1 – Gathering and analysing information (20 minutes)
Task 2 – Structuring the presentation (20 minutes)
The presentation is to be organised as an elevator pitch (5 minutes utmost)
Task 3 – Presentation and discussion (25 minutes)
Group 2: The pros of digital technology in the classroom
Task 1 – Gathering and analysing information (20 minutes)
Task 2 – Structuring the presentation (20 minutes)
The presentation is to be organised as an elevator pitch (5 minutes utmost)
Task 3 – Presentation and discussion (25 minutes)
Online resources for task 1 (group 1 and 2):
100
PC, tablet, or smartphone with internet connection
Pen and paper to take notes
Classroom or paper board and markers
Online:
Using a video conferencing platform after the initial presentation (10 minutes), the practitioner divides the two groups in distinct virtual rooms, allowing them to work separately, while they gather and analyse information (20 minutes) and structure the presentation (20 minutes). The practitioner will provide the necessary guidance and assistance.
After a short break (10 minutes), the participants return to the initial room to deliver the presentations and have the final discussion (20 minutes per group).
smartphone with internet connection
Word processing software to take notes