Reflection on ICT as a situating tool

The session on"ICT as a Situating Tool" opened my eyes to how digital technology can be used to create real-life, immersive learning environments for students. I understood that situating tools are ICT instruments that allow learners to learn from simulated real-life experiences, virtual environments, and interactive sessions. These instruments assist learners in problem-solving and critical thinking by placing them in actual contexts rather than just memorizing. The session made me realize the power ICT has in bridging learning to actual life and making it more engaging. Among the key learning of this session was the way ICT as a situating tool can be utilized effectively in the instruction of mathematics. Students usually struggle with abstract math concepts, but ICT can help close the gap by showing concepts more visually and interactively. For example, applications like GeoGebra can provide students with the facility to play around with numbers, graph, and shapes, so that they can investigate patterns and links independently. In the same way, virtual manipulative, math games, and interactive problem-solving software can place students in real-world scenarios such as budgeting, measuring, or navigating, making learning more practical and enjoyable. I also faced some challenges during the session. Some of the tools and technologies discussed were new to me and felt a bit overwhelming at first. I also understood that not all schools may have the hardware and the internet facilities installed to run these tools on a regular basis. However, I realized that even simple technologies can be incredibly powerful if they are utilized in an innovative way. Confidence to be gained with digital tools little by little is a good direction to go in. In the future, I would like to apply ICT in teaching mathematics using interactive tools that allow students to try out ideas rather than merely hearing them. I will also look for accessible and free materials to be used in class where there is no technology. This session has inspired me to think beyond the box and create a learning environment in which students actively construct knowledge through exploring and connecting to reality.

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