2. Becoming a Teacher Ninth Edition
Forrest W. Parkay
Chapter 12
Integrating Technology into Teaching
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3. Focus Questions How is technology transforming teaching and learning?
What technologies can be integrated into teaching?
How available and frequently used are the latest technologies in the classroom?
What does research say about technology integration and student learning?
What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
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4. How is technology transforming teaching and learning?
Anywhere, Anytime learning
Blended Learning – blending of online learning and face to face instruction
Advantages of blended learning
Virtual field trips
Open discussion
Accessibility
Guest Lectures
Vast resources
Accommodation of learning styles
Assessment and Tracking
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5. How is technology transforming teaching and learning?
Realizing the Full Impact of Technology on Learning
Developments in social networking, blogs, video-sharing sites and mobile learning devices (MLDs)
Teachers need to stay up to date on integrating technologies for tech-savvy students
Educators must develop new assessment techniques to evaluate student learning that occurs through use of advanced technology
Virtual Schools and Online Learning
Virtual Schools – instruction takes place over the internet
Blended Learning – combination of online and face-to-face instruction
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6. How is technology transforming teaching and learning?
Questions to address to ensure all students have a high quality online experience
Should online classes be available for middle school and elementary students?
Should online courses be aligned with state academic standards?
Who should take care of technology needs?
Are online teachers trained?
Should parental approval be required?
Should students receive the same credit?
How can quality of course be evaluated if course is off site?
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7. What digital technologies can be integrated into teaching?
Online social networking – networks that allow uses to communicate via chat, , blogs, voice chatand discussion groups
Facebook
MySpace
Twitter
YouTube
Blogs (web log)
Wikis
3D virtual reality worlds
Podcasts
E-portfolio
Mobile Learning
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8. What digital technologies can be integrated into teaching?
Digital Resources for Different Subject Areas
Fine Arts
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
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9. How Available and Frequently Used are the Latest technologies in the Classroom?
Availability
Computers are available in most K-12 public school classrooms
Approximately 5.3 students per computer
Examples of technologies
Videoconferencing units
interactive whiteboards
classroom response systems
MP3 players/iPods
Document camersa
Smartphones
PDAs
Ultramobile PCs
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10. Use of Technology for Classroom Preparation and Instruction
Internet used for
Preparing Lessons
Delivering in-class instruction
94% of K-12 public school teachers
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11. Student Use of Technology in the Classroom
Learning/practicing skills Online research Preparing written text
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12. What does research say about technology integration and student learning?
Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow Project (ACOT)
Students given computers scored as well as or better than students without computers
Teachers changed teaching method and style
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13. What does research say about technology integration and student learning?
Integrating Technology Stages
Entry – teachers learned to use computers
Adoption – teachers began to teach students how to use computers
Adaptation – teachers began to use technology (computers) as a tool to teach with
Appropriation – teachers began to explore new teaching possibilities with computers
Invention – teachers collaborated with peers to create authentic inquiry learning activities
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14. What does research say about technology integration and student learning?
Another Meta-analysis Study
7 studies showed positive findings in regard to achievement, 7 showed negative or mixed findings
10 studies in core areas yielded results from very positive to cautiously negative
10 studies showed higher levels of achievement for computer using classrooms
5 studies showed improvement in students attitude and more learned in less time
U.S. Department of Education meta-analysis
Online students performed better than face-to-face counterparts
The study looked at older learners and has been questioned
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15. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
Internet access
Almost universal in schools
Reduction in the number of students per computer
Digital divide
Evidence of a digital divide in the ownership and use of technology at home compared to income
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16. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
Higher-income homes are more likely to own
Desktop computers
Laptop computers
iPods/MP3 players
Game consoles
E-book readers
Tablet computers (i-Pads)
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17. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
High Quality Continuous Training in Technology for Teachers
The GenYES Model: Student-led Technology Integration
Empowers students to play a major role in supplying technology integration in the school
2,000 schools and 75,000 teachers have collaborated
3 components
GenYES – Student-Supported Professional Development
Tech YES – Student Technology Literacy Certification
GenerationTECH – Student-Led Technology Support
Teacher feedback of GenYES projects has been very positive
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18. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards for teachers to integrate technology into teaching:
Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments
Model Digital-Age Work and Learning
Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility
Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership
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19. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?
National Education Technology Plan U.S. Department of Education and the Office of Education Technology Five Goals for technology integration 1.0 Learning: Engage and Empower 2.0 Assessment: Measure What Matters 3.0 Teaching: Prepare and Connect 4.0 Infrastructure: Access and Enable 5.0 Productivity: Redesign and Transform
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