The role of research in my teacher education is to expand knowledge of teaching practices and to keep abreast of 21st century models of teaching.
Tertiary Level institutions invest in Digital Databases because it simplifies storing, retrieval and organizing of large quantities of data. This serves as an enhancing tool for both students and administrators.
A Digital Database is an online or electronic system for storing and organizing information. This may take the form of a Digital Library .
A Digital Database is of value to me because I can access specific subject related content from the luxury of my own home, and at any time period available to me. I am not restricted by physical location or time constraints. Additionally, it minimizes the time taken to research a topic because information is presented based on the search terms used.
Before my last practicum class, I had been trying to do research using general search engines and websites.
Working with my colleagues caused me to feel more connected with them and less intimidated by my inexperience with the use of the school's digital resources.
The experience has made me think of how naïve I have been, in that, I had access to a beneficial tool (at the press of a button), yet, I did not use it.
Working in groups on a focused, problem-solving activity has the benefit of each member drawing and learning from each other's strengths.
I recognized that my weakness was limited knowledge regarding computer literacy because I had failed to familiarize myself with the advances in technology. However, I believe I am growing stronger in the area of competency with computer skills.
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