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Week 2 – Comment

Peer – Jack Bird
URL – https://jackbird45218900.wordpress.com/2020/03/08/augmented-reality-games-and-education
Comment –
The video at the start of the blog was engaging and allowed for a quick outline of Augmented reality (AR) for education. The blog had a great argument on why AR can foster Creativity through engaging students through interactive stories that support children’s imagination. I liked how you also looked the common problems that are faced when implementing AR. Overall a great blog post that demonstrates why AR technology should be used in the classroom to foster creativity.

Week 3 – Comment

Peer – Brianna
URL – https://briannaglavinovic.wordpress.com/2020/03/16/design-based-thinking-using-sketchup/
Comment –
Hi Brianna,
I really like your post on Design-Based Thinking. I love how you defined what design-based thinking and then linked the topic with the example of Sketch Up. I like how you used research to back up your information and how you critically assessed the negatives as well as the positives. I really liked that you did analyse the potential downsides of using this technology as some teacher can only see the positive aspect which can cloud there judgement.

Week 3 – Comment

Peer – Corey
URL –https://eport45424985.wordpress.com/2020/03/15/using-sketchup-in-the-classroom/
Comment –
Hi Corey,
I really liked your Blog Post on Sketchup. I enjoyed how you discussed both the positive aspects as well as the negative aspects. By considering both, it demonstrated a greater understanding of Sketchup. I loved how you then went on to explain a possible solution, which was to utilise online video tutorials in order to fix the problem of the time taken for students to learn the program effectively. Overall an excellent Blog Post

Week 4 – Comment

Peer – Stephanie
URL – https://stephanie362.wordpress.com/2020/04/15/week-4-computational-thinking-and-coding/
Comment –
Hi Stephanie,
I really enjoyed your blog post on Computational Thinking and Coding. I like how you defined what computational thinking is and then used Blockly as an example of a Computational Thinking Tool. I liked how you explained Block as a stepping-stone for more advanced structured tools. The integration of images allowed a visual representation of what activities Block Games has to offer. I would have liked if you had discussed the potential disadvantages of using this tool to show that you have critically analysis both the positive and negative aspect of using Blocky as a Computational Thinking tool. Over all a really good Blog Post.

Week 4 – Comment

Peer – Peta
URL –https://educationtechnologycreativity.wordpress.com/2020/04/01/computational-thinking
Comment –
Hi Peta,
I really enjoyed reading your blog post on Computational Thinking. I really enjoyed how you linked computational thinking into your subject area of biology. I enjoyed how you reviewed the two examples of Blockly and Scratch. I found it interesting that you found Blockly to be disengaging and repetitive, as I had not really thought of it that way. Overall a really engaging and insightful view of Computational Thinking

Week 5 – Comment

Peer – Charlotte
URL – https://digitalcreativity44679327858023431.wordpress.com/2020/04/03/blog-robotics
Comment –
Hi Charlotte,
I really enjoyed your blog Post on Robotics. I like how you defined what a robot is and lists a few examples of robotics outside of the classroom. I enjoyed the video of Dash and Dot being used in a school, it gave an insight on how the types of activity Dash and Dot can do. I really, like how you also looked at the limitation and potential challenges that are faced with robotics it shows that you have critically analysed robotics within the classroom. Overall really enjoyed your post on robotics if was very insightful and engaging.

Week 5 – Comment

Peer – Annabelle
URL –https://aherbersteinblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/22/blog-4-robotics/
Comment –
Hi Annabelle,
I really enjoyed reading your blog Post on Robotics. I liked how you linked robotics with the development of computational thinking and problem-solving. I enjoyed your discussion on what you learnt in Week 5 tutorial using Bee-Bots as my group had a different educational robot to research. I also like your points on the limitations; I agree with you that teachers need to consider the cost of the robotics and whether students are gaining the intended purpose of the task and not getting distracted with just playing with the robots. Overall a great Blog Post.

Week 6 – Comment

Peer – Courtney
URL – https://courtneydigital.school.blog/2020/04/07/augmented-reality-in-education/
Comment –
Hi Courtney,
Your Blog post had fantastic insight on how AR can be used in an educational context and implement different pedagogies in the classroom. I did like how you integrated both predesigned AR content and then creating your own AR experience using Zap works. I liked the two example of predesigned AR content, which I agree can be limiting as it has a fixed educational purpose. I love how you discussed the negatives and challenges of using AR in the classroom. Some teachers can have a biased perception of technology in class. Some only see it at Good, and others only see its a Bad but seeing it in a way that it can help foster creativity in the classroom but may have a few limitations as well. Overall a great blog post about AR in the Classroom.

Week 6 – Comment

Peer – Karim
URL –https://educ362digitalcreativityeportfolio.wordpress.com/2020/04/19/augmented-reality-in-education/
Comment – Hi Karim,
I enjoyed your blog post on Augmented Reality. I enjoyed how you look at what AR is and how it can foster creativity in the classroom by using the full power of mobile devices. I also enjoyed your explanation of the Augment App and a description of how the app could potentially relate to the NSW K-10 Mathematics Syllabus. The use of different images from your personal use was a great addition to allow for the readers to gain greater insight into the application. I believe it would have been beneficial for you to discuss some of the limitations that the AR faces. As with the majority of emerging technologies, there are aspects that limit creativity and the student’s ability to relate the work to the learning outcome. Overall a delightful Blog post to read

Week 7 – Comment

Peer – Rochelle
URL – https://digitalcreativity326295700.wordpress.com/2020/04/27/the-immersive-world-of-virtual-reality/
Comment – Hi Rochelle,
Your Blog post had fantastic insight on how VR can be used in an educational context and how it can benefit the students. I enjoyed the start of your blog post. It was very engaging and captured the attention of the reader as well as getting them to start thinking of the topic. I liked your definition and explanation of what VR is and the learning opportunity that occur in a cyberspace environment. I love how you also, but the potential limitations and negative impacts of VR, it showed a great depth of critical decision and evaluation. Overall  engaging and well-designed blog Post.

Week 7 – Comment

Peer – Raffy
URL –https://raffydelrey3620.wordpress.com/2020/05/14/virtual-reality/
Comment – Hi Raffy, 
 I enjoyed the Magic School Reference.  It was a very engaging way to start the blog and captivated the reader attention and allowed them to relate a cartoon to the capabilities of VR. I like how you included two types of VR that can foster students creativity, being Predesigned activities and the students designing their own VR content. I think the addition of an example of a VR program would have enhanced your blog. It would allow the reader to gather an insight into the Programs and how they can be implemented in the classroom. Overall a great Blog Post.

Week 8 – Comment

Peer – Haley
URL – https://techmeetscreativity.wordpress.com/2020/05/29/week-8-game-based-learning-scratch-again/
Comment – Hi Haley, 
Your Blog post had a fantastic insight into how Game-Based Learning can be used in an educational context and implement different pedagogies in the classroom. I enjoyed how you looked at the limitation that students can be distracted from games and that as teachers, we need to ensure the game remains relevant to the learning content. I also enjoyed how to spoke about predesigned as well as getting students to design their own game. I enjoyed your example of the game made on Scratch and the relevant it has on the learning content. I enjoyed your post and how you critically analysed Games-Based learning in the classroom

Week 8 – Comment

Peer – Kristy
URL –https://44685963educ3620.wordpress.com/2020/05/08/week-8-games-based-learning/
Comment – Hi Kristy, 
Your Blog post had a fantastic insight into how Game-Based Learning can be used in an educational context and implement different pedagogies in the classroom. I enjoyed how you explained both students playing games and creating them and provided examples of each. I like how with the game-design task that you mention that you didn’t feel very creative. I have had similar experiences as you are just following a step-by-step tutorial. I found that it doesn’t tell you why you are using that block, I found since it doesn’t explain why we are using the block, it limits your ability to fix problems that your encounter. I enjoyed your blog post, as it raised some interesting points.

Week 9 – Comment

Peer – Casper
URL – https://notabludger.school.blog/2020/05/19/topic-9-constructionism-and-the-maker-movement/
Comment – Hi Casper,
I enjoyed your insights into a makerspace. I liked how you looked at the use of Makerspaces allowing for the integration of STEM. I enjoyed your review of the Makeblock’s Neuron Kit as it was not one of the tools that I researched. It would have been interesting to get your opinion on the drawbacks that Makerspaces can have. This would have shown a more critical review into the use of Makerspaces in the classroom. Overall a very informative and engaging blog post.

Week 9 – Comment

Peer – Jack
URL –https://jackvandervelde.wordpress.com/2020/05/12/constructionism-and-the-maker-movement/
Comment – Hi Jack,
I enjoyed your insights into Constructionism and The Maker Movement. I enjoyed your explanation and review of the LittleBits as it was not one of the tools that I researched. It would have been interesting to get your opinion on the downside that could occur with the maker movement. This would have shown a more critical review of the maker movement. Overall a very informative and engaging blog post.