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    Posts made by Samuel Atta Okoh

    • RE: Critical Thinking and Teaching

      @Rafia-Khokhar This is a beautiful insight!!

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Learning strategies

      @Ridafatima95 Flipped learning approach has been my order of the day in my classroom, I usually upload videos on edpuzzle for my learners who are day students to watch, make their personal notes and come back to school for in-depth -discussion, this always make my class engaging and interacting. Talk for learning is usually seen in my class.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Visual and Augmented Reality in the Classroom: Bringing Learning to Life

      @Bushra-Tahir Visual and Augmented Reality makes learning pretty exciting, enhances learners sense of belonging and interactiveness is increased but it has a little underlying disadvantages including high costs, technical issues, potential distractions, and ethical concerns. But my main concern is ethical concerns regarding data privacy and security need to be addressed very well also pre - device test should be done very well to avoid class breaks or distraction when using AR in the classroom.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Wearable Technology in Learning: A New Way to Engage Students

      I also believe wearable technology enhances stimulation in the classroom since it create a dynamic and interactive learning experience that caters to different learning styles and keeps students actively involved.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Integrating child psychology with technology

      @BEGUM0167087d15 Blending psychology with technology is a perfect approach to teaching because psychosocial support in class strengthens protective factors, promotes healthy relationships, and enhances social cohesion so combining this with technology boost the overall confident of the learners in terms of technology wise and psychosocial life.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: TEACHING AND LEARNING AFTER 50 YEARS

      I absolutely agreed with you @ErumAkram after 50 year the use of technology tool will be adequate and Virtual classrooms will be more.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • Developing digital native learners

      Digital natives are individuals who have grown up in the age of digital technology and are familiar with computers, the internet, smartphones, and social media from an early age. The term was coined by Marc Prensky in 2001 to describe the generation of students who were born into the digital world, as opposed to digital immigrants, who had to adapt to digital technology later in life. In as much as we are teaching student to acquired skills and knowledge it is equally important to let them become digital natives to be able to fit into this digital era.

      Ways of developing Digital in the classroom
      1.1. Content Delivery & Presentation
      Google Slides / Microsoft PowerPoint – Create interactive, multimedia-rich presentations.
      Prezi – Dynamic, zoom-based presentations.
      Nearpod – Make lessons interactive with embedded quizzes, polls, and videos.
      Edpuzzle – Add questions and voice notes to existing videos for student engagement
      1.2 Student Engagement & Interaction
      Kahoot / Quizizz / Blooket – Game-based quizzes that make learning fun.
      Mentimeter / Slido – Live polls, word clouds, and Q&A for real-time feedback.
      Padlet / Jamboard – Collaborative whiteboards and digital bulletin boards.
      Flip (formerly Flipgrid) – Students record short videos to respond to prompts.
      1.3 Assessment & Feedback
      Google Forms / Microsoft Forms – Quick quizzes, surveys, and formative checks.
      Formative / Socrative – Real-time formative assessments with auto-feedback.
      Turnitin / Grammarly – Writing feedback and plagiarism detection.
      1.4 Learning Management Systems (LMS)
      Google Classroom – Organize assignments, announcements, and communication.
      Canvas / Schoology / Moodle – Full-featured platforms for course management.
      Seesaw – Great for younger students with easy-to-use digital portfolios.

      posted in Digital teaching tools
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • The importance and awareness of SEL in our classroom

      SEL stands for Social and Emotional Learning. It's the process through which individuals — both children and adults — acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to:

      • Understand and manage emotions
      • Set and achieve positive goals
      • Feel and show empathy for others
      • Establish and maintain positive relationships
      • Make responsible decisions

      The 5 Core Competencies of SEL

        • list item Self-awareness – Recognizing one's emotions, values, strengths, and limitations.
      • list item Self-management – Regulating emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in different situations.
      • list item Social awareness – Showing understanding and empathy for others.
      • list item Relationship skills – Forming positive relationships, working in teams, and dealing effectively with conflict.
        Responsible decision-making – Making ethical, constructive choices about personal and social behavior.
        ## Why SEL Awareness in our classroom
      • Improves academic outcomes
      • Reduces behavioral problems
      • Enhances mental health
      • Builds a foundation for long-term success in life and work
      posted in Classroom management
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Sparking Change: Classroom Conversations on Girls’ Education

      Pre-Class session 1.jpeg Yes off course, Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) is a cross cutting issue in my Ghana's new curriculum (Standard Based Curriculum), I have personally started practice it in my classroom and realise that it has indeed help rebuild confident in the both genders, especially the Girl Child, it has also encourage a high sense of togetherness and collaboration my classroom.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Click for more information about medals and prizes

      This for sharing this incredible information.

      posted in Forum medal system
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Daily Hands-on Experiments: Making Learning Active at Our School

      @MARIY0b647d9a23 I am an ICT teacher and off course hands-on experiment is no exceptional to my approach in teaching.
      Hands-on experiments are designed to be engaging, practical, and build digital literacy skills progressively.

      yes we can manage time, resources and planning to include ICT subject. i.e Introduction to programming.

      How:

      • list item Keeping sessions 30–45 minutes long to allow hands-on engagement.
      • list item Use group work to encourage collaboration.
      • list item Integrate real-world themes like climate change or local culture into tasks.
      • list item Encourage students to present or explain what they built.

      Flipped Classroom can equally be best for hand-on experiments because learners will have the chance to explore advance before meeting the teacher in the classroom.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Use of smart phones in class

      In my country Ghana, learners are not allow to use smartphones in the class, this policy end up to the tertiary where student are feel to do so. I personal agreed with this policy because as a tech Savvy like me, I understand the consequences of using smart phone in class especially High school, can bring i.e Irrelevant content, distraction in class etc.., I always agreed to the point that until learners are monitored and strict cyber security measures are putting in place in Ghana, learners should not be allowed to use smartphone in the class.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Schools by Ministries of Education Worldwide

      Ghana's education minister is working tirelessly with the Government of Ghana to implement a policy that is actively exploring the integration of AI, with a focus on both equipping students with relevant skills and leveraging AI tools for improved learning experiences. The Ghana Ministry of Education is working towards a more comprehensive approach, including curriculum reform, infrastructure development, and assessment strategies.

      # Here's a more detailed look at Ghana's approach:
      1**. AI in the Curriculum:**
      The Ministry is developing a National AI in Education Framework, which will outline clear benchmarks for AI integration across primary and junior high school levels.

      • Curriculum Reform:
        Existing ICT, science, and creative arts syllabi are being adjusted to incorporate basic AI concepts, ethics, and real-world applications.
        Project-Based Learning:
        Students at the junior high school level are expected to engage in project-based AI tasks.
        # 2. Infrastructure and Access:
      • Digital Devices:
        Efforts are underway to ensure that digital devices are available in every district, through a combination of government procurement, cost-sharing models, and corporate partnerships.
      • Digital Literacy:
        The overall goal is to develop the desire and competence in children to use ICTs and equip learners with necessary ICT skills.
      posted in Teaching in the 21st Century Teacher competition 2.0
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Offline educational tools or websites

      Personally I usually downloads instructional videos on youtube directly using the "savefromNet" where video links are copied and pasted in the website, and then access is granted to download it for free. after this even with or without reliable network I am good to do.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Flipped Classroom Implementation: Share Your Experiences!

      Flipped learning is an instructional approach and a type of blended learning that reverses the traditional learning environment by delivering instructional content, often online, outside of the classroom. In a flipped classroom, students engage with new material at home (via videos, readings, or other digital content) and then apply that knowledge in class through activities, discussions, and problem-solving with the teacher's guidance.
      Flipped learning has positive impact of both learners and teachers.

      types of flipped Learning

      1. Video Based Flipped learning :

      This is where video is assigned to learners with infused question to drag comprehension through online platforms like edpuzzles, Flipgrid,playposit,nearpod etc..
      # 2. Games Based Flipped Learning:
      This is where educational games like kahoot,Blooket,padket,Games based learning to engage learning whiles learning and understanding new concepts.
      #3 TextBook Based Flipped Learning:
      This is where student are been assigned or asked to read some articles, novels or even passage to get familiar and join the class with sufficient background.
      4. # Research based Flipped Learning:
      This is useful for new topic , here learners are made to do small or sometimes intensive research before coming to the class.
      5. Project Based Flipped Learning:
      This is where learners are assigned small project before the actual content in the class, learners are made to have first hand experience of the project before actually meeting in the classroom.
      6. # Blog Based Flipped Learning :
      This is where the teacher update his or her blog daily as learners follows and read content from there, learners are prepared enough before coming to the school.
      7. Group Based Flipped Learning:
      This encourages collaboration and health competition among students, learners are made to join the class after group discussion and outcomes.
      8. # Faux Flipped learning:
      This is aim at replacing the tradition homework with digital tool like laptop or online assignment and after learners are done one to one interaction is done by the teacher
      Here leaners can work with his tablet or laptop.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Brain breaks in the classroom

      This is very useful in terms of the classroom setting brain break is more like Ice breakers, which is It’s quick, fun, and encourages discussion in the classroom.

      posted in Classroom management
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • Importance of resource person before and during teaching

      A resource person plays a vital role in enhancing the teaching and learning process. Their importance is evident both before and during teaching, as they provide expert knowledge, real-world context, and support for effective instructional delivery.


      Before Teaching:

      1. Planning and Curriculum Development:
        Resource persons help in designing curriculum and lesson plans that are aligned with current industry practices and academic standards. They offer insights to ensure the content is relevant, up-to-date, and practical.
      2. Content Expertise:
        Teachers may not be subject-matter experts in every aspect of a topic. Resource persons bridge this gap by sharing specialized knowledge. They ensure that the information to be taught is accurate and thorough.
      3. Training and Professional Development:
        Resource persons can conduct workshops and training sessions for teachers, enhancing their skills and confidence in delivering content.
      4. Material Preparation:
        They may assist in developing teaching aids, case studies, or real-life examples that can be incorporated into lessons.

      During Teaching:

      1. Enhancing Learning Experience:
        Resource persons can be invited to classrooms as guest speakers or co-instructors, providing firsthand perspectives and real-world experiences. This exposure makes learning more engaging and meaningful for students.
      2. Demonstrating Practical Applications:
        They show how theoretical concepts apply in practical scenarios, which deepens student understanding.
      3. Answering Advanced Questions:
        Their expertise enables them to handle complex student queries that go beyond textbook content.
      4. Motivating Students :
        Interaction with professionals often inspires students by exposing them to potential career paths and success stories.

      Conclusion:
      As we thrive in making our lesson more interactive and attractive for learners we must also make room for a resource persons to enrich the educational process by bringing in-depth knowledge, real-life context, and professional perspectives. Their involvement, both before and during teaching, contributes significantly to the quality and effectiveness of education

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Useful apps made by my students

      @Shakhnoza This is a brilliant project, very interactive and educative.

      posted in Teaching in the 21st Century Teacher competition 2.0
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Let's create collaborative projects together!

      My name is Samuel Atta Okoh from Ghana, I am a Technology Teacher in one of Government High school in Ghana, I am overwhelmed to be part of this beautiful competition, I will be working on Flipped classroom.

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh
    • RE: Preparing Students for the next Decade.

      @OOJAL585967154b
      Personally I think all the 21st century skills should be well informed and thought by teachers to aid prepare this student for the next decade.
      This skills includes the following :.
      Critical thinking
      Creativity
      Collaboration
      Communication
      Information literacy
      Media literacy
      Technology literacy
      Flexibility
      Leadership
      Initiative
      Productivity
      Social skills

      posted in 3.0 Teaching in the 21st Century Competition
      Samuel Atta OkohS
      Samuel Atta Okoh