The nature of a 2-in1 device means that it can be used as a tablet or as a full laptop. This is highly enabling for younger students who can then detach their keyboards and move around the classroom with their device to film or take photographs. The Learning Tools found natively in a variety of Microsoft software applications, also provide students with disability or learning difficulties the opportunity to take ownership over their own learning. Roblyer and Doering (2014) describe these tools as assistive technology, which are technology tools that offer increased opportunities for learning, productivity and independence (p. 434). In her research study, McKnight (2017, p. 5) reported significant gains in students’ reading and writing when using the Immersive Reader and Dictation in Microsoft’s Learning Tools. The capability of the tools to provide equity through access, support student choice and personalised learning was also highlighted (p. 6). References: McKnight, K. (2017). Leveling the playing field with Microsoft Learning Tools. Washington, DC: RTI, Centre for Evaluation and Study of Education Equity. Retrieved December 16, 2018, from http://edudownloads.azureedge.net/msdownloads/Learning_Tools_research_study_BSD.pdf Oviatt, S. (2012). Computer interfaces and the impact on learning. Redmond, USA. Retrieved December 19, 2018, from http://download.microsoft.com/download/0/1/2/012FC5FD-750F-4BDE-96EA-83BC0199EC51/Microsoft_Computer_interfaces_and_their_impact_on_learning_widescreen.pdf Roblyer, M. D., & Doering, A. H. (2014). Integrating educational technology into teaching. Harlow, United Kingdom: Pearson Education Limited.
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AuthorHello, thanks for stopping by! I am Laura Bain and this is my reflective blog for ESC515. This is my 4th subject in my Masters of Education, in which I am specialising in Information and Communication Technologies. Very excited by the coursework for this subject and looking forward to reading what everyone's thoughts are along the way. Thanks for taking the time to visit and reading my entries. Archives
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