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gela_max

Chapter 7: Module 10

Jun 03, 2006 15:43

Learning by Exploring Microworlds and Virtual Realities

Another informative chapter! I have acquired a wide range of knowledge from the reading. I was informed that,”Microworlds and virtual reality can be used effectively to engage students in collaborative learning that supports meaningful knowledge of constructivism” (p.206). It is important ( Read more... )

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nellyhung June 4 2006, 20:30:34 UTC

i liked the idea how you can learn science experiments from virtual realities ... it just makes learning so much more fun and interesting

gela_max June 5 2006, 14:12:34 UTC

I wish I had virtual realities software in high school. I remember breaking beakers because I was so nervous. Never the less I learned lots.

Hands Up! drebel81 June 5 2006, 19:29:13 UTC

I agree with what you wrote about hands on learning. Is there really any other kind. This is how the most meaningful learning takes place, when a child is able to maniuplate things for themsleves as well as consrtuct their own meaning.

Great post, Diane

Re: Hands Up! gela_max June 5 2006, 20:01:48 UTC

Maybe we could research furthure into this. What do you say? It would be interesting to find out, what other ways are effective to a child's learning.

Re: Hands Up! melanie_ds June 5 2006, 22:28:47 UTC

I got a chance to look at the websites that the book provided and I was amazed. Have a look at MathCats one it is my new favourite.

Melanie

Re: Hands Up! gela_max June 6 2006, 02:25:59 UTC

The MathCats website is also my favourite. Cheers

a2cook June 9 2006, 23:30:49 UTC

I am glad that you are acquiring new skills and knowledge from this course. You are taking such a leadership role in helping people like me out. Your journal entry was very well written and jammed pack of information!
Amy

gela_max June 10 2006, 00:50:33 UTC

Thanks Amy, such kind words. I'm glad I was able to assist you.

Re: chapter 7 cfrijio June 14 2006, 15:25:23 UTC

Hello Angella,

I liked your thoughts on virtual reality and microworlds. It was very thought provoking and interesting. You always put a lot of effort into your comments and it is greatly appreciative by all of us. I too also agree that microworlds would have been an interesting tool to have when growing up b/c I am a visual and hands on learner and these tools such as Math Cats, Interactive Physics, StarLogo, SimCalc, Counting Money, and Snowflakes would have helped me learn quicker. At least that is what I think. I like the quote you used from the text that these tools provides "self-regulated learning"(pp 195) which would be true in my case.

Anyways Great Reflection.

Cheers

Christina

Re: chapter 7 gela_max June 14 2006, 23:18:20 UTC

Thanks for your honest and thoughtful comment. It means a lot to me. Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to read and reflect on my post. Good luck in all you do. Have fun exploring Math Cats and other fun sites.