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Caprice Paduano

Chapter 12

Integrating Technology into Teaching

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1. How is technology transforming teaching and learning?

2. What technologies can be integrated into teaching?

3. How available and frequently used are the latest technologies in the classroom?

4. What does research say about technology integration and student learning?

5. What are the challenges of integrating technology into teaching?

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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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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 LearningVirtual Schools – instruction takes place over the internet Blended Learning – combination of online and face-to-face instruction

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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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Online social networking – networks that allow uses to communicate via chat, email, 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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Digital Resources for Different Subject Areas •Fine Arts•Language Arts•Mathematics•Science•Social Studies

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Availability Computers are available in most K-12 public school

classrooms Approximately 5.3 students per computerExamples of technologies Videoconferencing units interactive whiteboards classroom response systems MP3 players/iPods Document camersa Smartphones PDAs Ultramobile PCs

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Internet used for Preparing LessonsDelivering in-class instruction94% of K-12 public school teachers

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Learning/practicing skillsOnline researchPreparing written text

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Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow Project (ACOT)Students given computers scored as well as or better than students without computersTeachers changed teaching method and style

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Integrating Technology StagesEntry – teachers learned to use computersAdoption – teachers began to teach students how to use computersAdaptation – teachers began to use technology (computers) as a tool to teach withAppropriation – teachers began to explore new teaching possibilities with computersInvention – teachers collaborated with peers to create authentic inquiry learning activities

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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 timeU.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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Internet access•Almost universal in schools•Reduction in the number of students per computerDigital divide•Evidence of a digital divide in the ownership and use of technology at home compared to income

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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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High Quality Continuous Training in Technology for Teachers

The GenYES Model: Student-led Technology IntegrationEmpowers 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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International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards for teachers to integrate technology into teaching:1.Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity2.Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments3.Model Digital-Age Work and Learning4.Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility5.Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership

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National Education Technology PlanU.S. Department of Education and the Office of Education Technology

Five Goals for technology integration1.0 Learning: Engage and Empower2.0 Assessment: Measure What Matters3.0 Teaching: Prepare and Connect4.0 Infrastructure: Access and Enable5.0 Productivity: Redesign and Transform