Techno-Literacy Project by Nursery 2, The Inquirers

This project was the result of the children’s interest in using technology to represent their ideas. Their interest was observed while reinforcing learning in various curriculum areas. Through the Techno-Literacy Project, our educators hope to introduce children to various features of computers, digital cameras and printers. The project also provided the context for children to use technology in exploring their environment and reinforcing their learning in various skill areas. 

Technology is…

After the introduction to the word ‘Technology’, each child chose pictures of objects from newspapers and magazines that represented their understanding. Elaborate explanations regarding the technological aspects of these objects were offered by the children.

Capturing Technology

Real objects that represented technology in the classroom were identified and photographed. These photographs were uploaded to a computer and printed using the colour printer.

Take a Shot

An opportunity to use a semi-professional digital camera was made available to the children. Bracket Fungus contributed by a parent was the object of focus for this exploration. Children explored taking close-up shots using the camera. Another opportunity was made available to explore the use of a digital camera. Children explored taking long distance shots of trees on the Odyssey campus.

E-Book

Two groups of children decided to create E-Books. They had group discussions to decide on the topic of their  E-Book. The result was the creation of two E-Books – ‘Numbers’ and ‘In the Odyssey’.

Photocubes

Two groups of children decided to create a Photocube. The focus of Photocube was to use the learnings from Letterland. Each child photographed objects starting with a chosen Letterland character. Using the software provided by Tabblo, the children created interesting Photocubes.

PowerPoint

The photographs taken by the children during the project were inserted into PowerPoint slides. Accompanying words and voice recordings were added. The execution of this part of the project allowed to the children to use their collective technological skills that had been acquired during the project.

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