EDU431 Ashley Zito

METHODS OF TEACHING
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE IN THE
PRIMARY/JUNIOR GRADES

Required reading H: Analysis and Reflection.

Title: Supporting Deep Conceptual Learning with Technology
CITATION: Rillero, P., & Padgett, H. (2013). Supporting deep conceptual learning with technology.
The Journal, 1-3. Retrieved from, https://thejournal.com/Articles/2013/01/13/Supporting-DeepConceptual-Learning.aspx?Page=3
ABSTRACT:

ANALYSIS/REFLECTION:

Technology can help educators train students'

focus away from rote memorization toward deep
conceptual learning by building on prior
knowledge and making connections between
concepts.

Using technology when teaching math and sciences

lessons of the many subjects, it becomes more
integrating for the participation of students in the class.
Although, some students prefer the traditional lesson of
the teaching standing at the front and delivering the
content, with an open textbook to follow. Teachers
should not necessarily always stick to that kind of
teaching style. Nowadays, more and more students have
different ways of learning, therefore teachers have to
adapt to them. Whether integrating the source of
technology in the classroom, to stimulating visuals, and
background music. It will benefit the learners in the
class, put evidence of creating profound change in
yourself as a professional and student learners. In my
first Teaching Assistantship Placement, I witnessed my
group of students had a very strong deep conceptual
learning of prior knowledge. It was extremely evident
during my Language lesson I taught focused on
introducing a new comprehension strategy called
Inferencing. I owe it to my Host Teacher for providing
such strong learning experiences prior to my lesson. It is
unfortunate that some schools do not have the funds and
or resources to have the privilege of having technology
devices in the classroom. Which takes away from the
meaningful experiences that student can have an
encounter with. But, if there ever was an opportunity
that came up, teachers should take full of advantage for
all learners to explore the concepts that technology can
have to enhance the learning of children that goes
beyond textbook work and classroom lectures/lessons. I
truly believe that Full Day Kindergarten classes have the
best discovery learning opportunities. The teacher rarely
creates a lesson based on his or her own ideas. Teacher
use the ideas, interests, observations and conversations
that they hear from their students in the class, on a daily
basis. Having an unlimited learning of discovery in the
class, engages students to explore their critical thinking
skills. Kindergarten students can take their critical
thinking skills, and take it with them throughout their
development of transitioning into young adults, to
middle childhood, all the way until adulthood. Offering

opportunities for learners to think in rich ways creates a

classroom that has no boundaries, no right or wrong
answers. Teachers allow students to explore concepts
that can be added to their existing knowledge they have
already gained from previous experiences theyve been
in contact with. Overall, deep conceptual learning with
technology opens the floor for teachers to think outside
of the box, and encourage students to join in on the ride
to expand on their knowledge.