Report on Technological Trends in Teaching and Learning 1
Title – Technological Trends in Teaching and Learning
Resource Person: Dr. Mohd Mamur Ali (Assistant Professor, Department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education, IASE, Faculty of Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi)
Participants: 70 Students
A workshop on the theme, “Technological Trends in Teaching and Learning” was organised by School of Education and Humanities, Manav Rachna University, Faridabad, Haryana on 21st February 2024 for the students of B. Ed and Integrated B. Ed Program. The objective of the workshop was to make the preservice teachers gain knowledge of the latest technological developments in the field of education. The session commenced with a welcome note by Dr. Eram Aziz who introduced the resource person Dr. Mohd Mamur Ali (Assistant Professor, Department of Teachers Training and Nonformal Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) and spoke about his achievements and academic credentials. A token of gratitude was presented to him by HOD, Prof. (Dr.) Rashee Singh who warmly welcomed the guest on behalf of the school of education and humanities. The session began with Dr. Ali giving a brief about the meaning of ICT and highlighted as to how the technological advancements have significantly transformed the landscape of education, revolutionizing traditional teaching and learning methods. From virtual classrooms to personalized learning platforms, innovative technologies have opened up new possibilities for educators and learners alike. He made an effective presentation on the key technological trends shaping the future of teaching and learning. He emphasised the methods of blended and online learning, which provide flexibility and accessibility to students of all ages, that have been widely accepted. The widespread adoption of learning management systems (LMS) and virtual classrooms has enabled educators to establish dynamic, multimedia-rich learning environments that accommodate a wide range of learning preferences. A discussion on AI was initiated where he spoke about how AI-powered technologies are transforming a number of facets of education, including administrative work and individualized learning experiences. He discussed about Gamification techniques, such as badges, leaderboards, and rewards, are being integrated into educational platforms to enhance motivation and engagement. Additionally, immersive technologies like virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) also offer immersive learning experiences, enabling students to explore virtual environments and interact with digital content in new ways. He emphasised that these technologies are particularly beneficial for subjects that require hands-on experimentation, such as science and engineering. He concluded the session by emphasising that the field of teaching and learning is constantly changing due to technological innovation, which presents both new difficulties and opportunities for teachers and students. Among the major themes propelling this change are gamification, immersive technology, data analytics, online and blended learning models, AI-powered tools, and mobile learning. Adopting these technologies can improve education’s efficacy and efficiency, giving students the tools they need to succeed in the digital age. It is critical that educators keep up with these trends as time goes on and use them to design inclusive, powerful, and interesting learning opportunities.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Dr. Savita Sharma. The session indeed enriched the experiences of the learners and developed an insight on the technologies that are available as a resource for the teachers to be explored, create and share the knowledge and skills.