Pana Asavavatana - Putting Handles on Learning

The video discusses the transition from early childhood education to a technology and design coaching role. It highlights the challenges students face with digital tools and the realization that teaching digital literacy is crucial. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching students to analyze and troubleshoot digital tools to become independent users.

What was the initial reaction of teachers when they received new technology for their classrooms?

• They were confused about how to use it.

• They were excited about the possibilities.

• They were resistant to using it.

• They were indifferent to it.

What did the speaker realize was missing in their approach to teaching students about digital tools?

• The students needed more time to play with the tools.

• The students needed to work in groups.

• The students needed more advanced tools.

• The students needed to be taught the underlying concepts and literacies.

How does the speaker compare teaching digital tools without teaching underlying concepts?

• Like teaching music without instruments.

• Like teaching art without colors.

• Like teaching math without numbers.

• Like teaching reading without letters or sounds.

What is one strategy the speaker suggests for helping students become more independent with digital tools?

• Teaching them to analyze icons and troubleshoot issues.

• Providing them with more apps to use.

• Teaching them to memorize steps.

• Showing them where to look on the screen.

What is the ultimate goal for students when learning to use digital tools, according to the speaker?

• To become faster users.

• To become more reliant on teacher guidance.

• To become more competitive with peers.

• To become more fluent users, creators, and consumers.