All technologies in module 0 are most definitely needed in the classroom. Personally, I found the utilization of calculator as most useful in augmenting learning in any classroom settings for mathematics. But the incorporation of other digital applications like YouTube, Kahoot and Quizlet would ensure a more interactive and engaging atmosphere in the classroom.
I totally agree with you. Most students especially whom stationed in outer islands have limited access to an internet. Therefore, it is proper for every educator to save his/her lessons offline.
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Since we all support inclusive education it is a must to have learning resources that can cater students with special needs.
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Indeed, the integration of digital tools is a powerful means to boost learning
Engagement and an interactive atmosphere are a simple product of digital technologies
During Module 0, I found YouTube to be the most useful tool for augmenting my classroom teaching. Its vast library of educational videos allowed me to bring real-world examples and visual explanations into my lessons, especially in practical subjects like trade skills or science. In my Pacific TVET context, I used YouTube to demonstrate technical processes—such as basic electrical wiring or safe equipment handling—which helped students better understand concepts that were otherwise difficult to explain using only text or static images. Videos were pre-downloaded to ensure smooth access in low-connectivity situations.
A new strategy I discovered is using offline-capable tools like the TeachEngineering curriculum, which offers downloadable lesson plans and hands-on activities aligned with real-world engineering problems. This is ideal for low-resource schools because teachers can plan lessons without needing constant internet access. These resources support problem-solving and critical thinking, which are vital skills for TVET learners preparing for real job environments.
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I agree with your discussion that video resource is the most useful tool, because the student can watch the video step by step.
I support your discussion @anila, sometimes most of the student could not afford to pay for internet access, so you mentioned the downloading videos for your topic, I totally agree with your point.
Hi,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on these helpful tools. I agree YouTube is a great platform for visual learning, especially when demonstrating practical skills. I’ve also found that students engage more when they can see how things work in real life. Have you tried creating your own short video tutorials for your class?
Your point about the calculator is also important. It’s not just for solving math problems, but it helps build confidence with large numbers. I wonder do your students also use calculator apps on their phones, or do you encourage them to use physical calculators?
As for Google, it’s amazing how it opens up access to global information instantly. One idea is to teach students how to check if the websites they visit are reliable. Do you ever guide them on how to search more effectively or think critically about their sources?
Looking forward to hearing more about how you use these tools in your classroom!
Hi, Taofi
Thank you for sharing your experience with using YouTube in your teaching—it’s inspiring to hear how you’ve adapted it to fit your Pacific TVET context. I agree that visual demonstrations, especially for hands-on skills like electrical work, can make a big difference in student understanding. Pre-downloading videos for offline use is a smart solution for areas with limited internet—do you have a system for selecting or organizing the best videos for each topic?
I also found your mention of the TeachEngineering curriculum very useful. It’s encouraging to see resources that support both offline learning and real-world problem-solving. Have you tried integrating any of their activities into group projects or assessments? I’d love to hear how your students respond to them.
Your approach clearly supports both engagement and deeper learning thanks again for the great ideas!
Thank you for sharing your experience with using YouTube in your teaching it’s inspiring to hear how you’ve adapted it to fit your Pacific TVET context. I agree that visual demonstrations, especially for hands-on skills like electrical work, can make a big difference in student understanding. Pre-downloading videos for offline use is a smart solution for areas with limited internet—do you have a system for selecting or organizing the best videos for each topic?
I also found your mention of the TeachEngineering curriculum very useful. It’s encouraging to see resources that support both offline learning and real-world problem-solving. Have you tried integrating any of their activities into group projects or assessments? I’d love to hear how your students respond to them.
Your approach clearly supports both engagement and deeper learning—thanks again for the great ideas!
Module 0 is quite interesting as it provides an insight of different tools and purposes in augmenting classroom teaching. Out of the many tools describe in this module, You Tube is the only one I know about and often use to make my teaching clearer and more understandable. The rest I am just learning now, and I will try to get used to each tool and use them in my teaching.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the Module 0 forum. It’s been encouraging to see how you’re applying tools like Google Translate, YouTube, and TeachEngineering to enrich teaching in your contexts.
If you’ve recently joined the course or haven’t had a chance to post yet, please feel free to jump in. Your experiences are valuable, and it’s never too late to join the conversation.
Let’s continue building on each other’s ideas. I encourage everyone to respond to at least two peers and keep the discussion active.
Bula Everyone,
Reflecting on the technologies from Module 0, I found YouTube to be the most impactful in enhancing classroom teaching, especially in the Pacific TVET context. Its wide range of visual, step-by-step tutorials made it easier to explain complex concepts—such as how a computer processor works or how to format documents in Microsoft Word—to Year 12 students studying computer education. I often curated short, relevant videos and paused them during lessons to discuss key points, encouraging interaction and reinforcing learning. For students with varying learning speeds, I shared YouTube links for revision at home or at the school ICT lab.
In low-connectivity settings, I discovered that offline-accessible apps like TeachEngineering and Khan Academy Lite (KA Lite) can be game-changers. For example, KA Lite can be installed on a local server or even a Raspberry Pi device, enabling students and teachers to access rich, curriculum-aligned content without needing internet access. This is ideal for remote schools in the Pacific with limited connectivity. These tools allow self-paced learning and can supplement teacher instruction when access to physical resources or internet is restricted.
Both YouTube and offline tools like KA Lite support inclusive, student-centered teaching and help bridge the digital divide in TVET classrooms across the Pacific.
Hi
As a student, I found YouTube to be the most helpful tool during Module 0. Watching videos really helped me understand things better, especially in subjects like trade skills and science. Sometimes, it’s hard to imagine how something works just by reading about it or looking at a picture—but seeing it in action made it much clearer.
Malo Everyone,
In Module 0, I found YouTube to be the most effective tool for enhancing my teaching in the Pacific TVET setting. Its extensive range of visual tutorials made it easier to demonstrate practical skills like technical processes and software applications, which benefited students who learn best through visual examples. I incorporated carefully selected short videos into my lessons and encouraged students to review them at their own pace, especially when direct instruction wasn’t possible.
For areas with limited internet access, I explored offline resources such as Khan Academy Lite (KA Lite) and TeachEngineering. These platforms offer curriculum-aligned materials that can be downloaded and used without internet connectivity, making them perfect for remote or resource-limited schools. They promote independent learning and assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons even when online tools are inaccessible.
Together, these resources enhance student participation and help address the connectivity challenges faced by many Pacific TVET institutions.
Bula!
I completely agree with your reflection on YouTube—it really is a powerful resource for visual and practical learning, especially in subjects like computer education. Pausing videos to discuss key points is a great way to keep students engaged and ensure they understand complex concepts.
Also, your mention of offline tools like TeachEngineering and KA Lite is spot on. In many Pacific schools, internet access is a big challenge, so having these offline resources makes a huge difference in continuing quality education. I’m excited to explore these tools more and see how they can support my own teaching practice. Thanks for sharing such helpful insights!
This is so great in terms of ideas and resources for me as a teacher to use technology for my teaching class. students are being able to motivate themselves for using technology and ways which allows themselves to gain more understanding and knowledge about the topic. Not only that, but sometimes the teacher might be tired to do paper activity, and now Kahoot and other ways of doing activities and quizzes for students are so useful and in funniest ways students interacts. I thank you to this course which introduces basic ideas and methods of technology for teaching class. Students and teachers are happy to do so.
All of the above as mentioned. Not only teachers but also students are enjoying for using these tools as a learning tools for themselves.
Welcome to Module 0 - @nirajsingh22 @shivalisingh03 @tomanaumati! Many thanks for sharing your views. It’s great to see your commitment to trying new approaches and supporting your students’ needs. Let’s keep sharing ideas and learning from each other as we continue this journey together.
It’s a great experience for me with these every day technologies. Quizlet and canva are most interesting. I heard first time about the TeachEngineering. Most interesting thing was the pedagogy wheel. Excellent resources. Thank you.