13 Technology for Teaching and Learning

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Objective Describe the current status of technology use in education. © Goodluz/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Technology for Teaching and Learning Technology has changed all aspects of society, including education Instructional technology is the application of technology to enhance teaching, learning, and assessmentInstructional technology

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Reflection What technology skills do you think you need to improve before becoming a teacher? © Archipoch/Shutterstock

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Teaching and Learning in the Digital Age Technology should be used to help students meet course learning objectives The International Society for Technology in Education standards identify technology skills teachers will need

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Discussion How has technology made your educational experience different from that of your parents? © Michael D. Brown/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Assessing Current Practice Wide variation in access to technology between schools, primarily due to cost School funding may be unequal between districts in some states Teachers have differences in technology skills continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Assessing Current Practice Teaching styles and subject area are also factors © michaeljung/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Adapting to the Situation If you have few technology resources, –design group activities –use home computer for research and planning –investigate grants or community support If unfamiliar resources are available, –ask others to help you learn skills –research online for help –practice on your own continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Adapting to the Situation Share technology knowledge with others –Form study groups –Use one-on-one support exchanges –Use the school’s technology resource person

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Technology: Making Learning More Accessible Technology overcomes some barriers to learning –Teachers and students don’t need to be in the same classroom for learning to take place –Students with disabilities may be able to participate more fully

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Expanding Classroom Walls Technology has made distance education more widely availabledistance education © Palto/Shutterstock continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Expanding Classroom Walls Online learning makes lessons available to students over the InternetOnline learning Students may –complete assignments –participate in discussion boards –take exams online continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Expanding Classroom Walls Distance learning first gained popularity at the college/university levels Students should make sure virtual schools are accreditedaccredited Some classes take place in real time, functioning like a traditional classroom More often, students complete assignments on their own time continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Expanding Classroom Walls Distance learning makes educational opportunities accessible to those who cannot physically attend a course Distance education may not be right for all teachers or students Students need computer equipment and skills, motivation, and self-discipline

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Assistive Technology Modified keyboards Voice recognition software Text-to-speech software Handheld magnifier technology Electronic computer texts Spell and grammar checkers Electronic organizers Software for English Language Learners

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Objective Assess personal interest in and readiness for taking an online course. © jcjgphotography/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Technology: Providing Tools for Teachers Many types of technology have multiple uses and applications –Planning –Teaching –Communicating –Managing information

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Planning The Internet offers websites and forums for sharing ideas and advice © Zurijeta/Shutterstock continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Planning Posted ideas can help spark creativity Information from experts, governments, businesses, and industries are available immediately Publishers make electronic teaching aids available to accompany textbooks continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Planning Software helps create lesson plans –Can be stored for future reference –Can be turned over to administrators –May be used as makeup work for absent students

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Teaching Technology –offers options for incorporating variety into lessons –integrates as many senses in learning as possible –provides teachers with resources to provide differentiated instruction

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Interactive Whiteboards Interactive whiteboards function likeInteractive whiteboards –dry-erase boards –screens for projection from computer programs © Krivosheev Vitaly/Shutterstock continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Interactive Whiteboards Tools include –graph paper backgrounds –pens –highlighters Allows for interactivity and whole-class participation

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Sight, Motion, and Sound Electronic files of photos, drawings, diagrams, and videos can be found on the Internet to enhance lessons Teacher-developed visuals can be effective tools Audio files may include sounds and podcasts containing relevant information

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Discussion How does technology help stimulate interest in the material you are learning? © Michael D. Brown/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Simulated Experiences Virtual experiences can be more accurate, less costly, and less time-consuming May use video, art, or a combination Bring students’ learning closer to the real world

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Communicating May be used to post assignments, resources, announcements, and calendars Some have blogs and an link Most communication options are appropriate in certain circumstances Sometimes, face-to-face contact is necessary

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Managing Information Keeping track of data such as students’ –grades –attendance –progress toward meeting goals Develop a newsletter Update classroom website

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Discussion © Michael D. Brown/Shutterstock What type of technology have you used as a student that you would be sure to incorporate in your classes as a teacher?

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Objective Link a plan for integrating technology into a lesson plan to the plan’s learning objectives. © Alexander A. Kataytsev/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Technology: Enhancing Learning Opportunities Technology updates quickly Teachers must stay current to use technology effectively

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Planning Technology-Based Activities Technology activities are not automatically better, more appropriate, or more interesting They require particularly careful planning Start with easy applications and work toward more complicated uses to help you gain confidence continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Planning Technology-Based Activities Teachers should emphasize –goals of the lesson –procedures students should follow –how much time students have –what students are to achieve –how students will be evaluated, including a model or example model

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Assessing Students’ Skills Teachers must evaluate students’ technology knowledge and abilities, both as individuals and as a group Pairing students with mixed experience may help them teach one another

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Dealing with Technology Problems Keep backup paper copies Learn to solve common computer problems Use students’ expertise when difficulties arise

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Guidelines for Student Use of Computers Potential technology problems and issues include –safety and security –plagiarism and copyright issues

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Safety and Security Teachers should make frequent checks on the equipment Many schools have acceptable use policies that students must signacceptable use policies Internet safety, including –installing filters or blocking software –making sure students do not give out personal information

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Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Plagiarism and Copyright Issues Well-known facts are considered common knowledge Books, movies, and online material are covered by copyright laws Explain how to give a credit in a paper At the college level, plagiarism can result in expulsion continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Plagiarism and Copyright Issues Teachers must obtain permission to copy copyrighted materials for students The TEACH Act of 2002 allows some use of copyrighted material for educational purposes Copyrighted works can be displayed in the classroom

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Discussion Do you think most of your peers understand copyright and plagiarism issues? Do they understand the consequences? © Michael D. Brown/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Research Activities Schools must teach students to –research using print and electronic resources –evaluate which electronic resources are accurate continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Research Activities WebQuests are learning projects utilizing information from preselected websitesWebQuests Emphasize higher-order thinking skills Usually group activities in which each member takes on a specific role WebQuests can be created or found on the Internet

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Data Collection and Analysis Technology makes it easy for children to collect data Spreadsheet software helps organize the data and turn it into graphs, charts, or timelines

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Using Visuals and Sound Students are accustomed to using multimedia from simple to complex –Digital cameras and Webcams –Graphics programs –Audio files © Killroy Productions/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Communication Activities Students might have keypals (electronic pen pals) in other countries Discussion boards result in feedback VoIP allows for collaboration between two classes in distant schools

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Games and Simulations Games provide diverse ways to learn Simulations offer virtual representation –May give students tasks that involve problem solving and decision making –May mimic real-life experiences

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. For Reflection Do you think most video games serve an educational purpose? Why or why not? © Archipoch/Shutterstock

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Key Points Technology changes how teaching and learning take place Technology makes education more accessible Teachers can use technology for planning, teaching, communicating, and managing Technology-based activities can stimulate learning

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Review An ____ school has passed a quality assessment, and credit earned generally qualify for graduation.  accredited What should teachers make sure students know about technology-based activities?  goals of the lesson, procedures to follow, amount of time they have, what they are to achieve, how they will be evaluated continued

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Review What is plagiarism?  the use of someone else’s original words or ideas without giving that person credit Name three ways of using visuals and sound when teaching.  digital cameras and webcams, graphics programs, audio files

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. GLOSSARY OF TERMS acceptable use policy. Set of school rules or “computer code of conduct” students must follow in order to use school computers or other technology. accredited. In education, describes a school that has passed quality assessment, and credits earned generally qualify for graduation at traditional schools.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. GLOSSARY OF TERMS distance education. A learning situation in which the teacher and student are not in the same location. instructional technology. The application of technology for the enhancement of teaching, learning, and assessment.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. GLOSSARY OF TERMS interactive whiteboard. A multifunction presentation device that can function as a dry-erase board but also, when connected to a computer and projector, functions as a large computer screen with many capabilities for teaching and learning.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. GLOSSARY OF TERMS model. In learning, an example of similar excellent work that students can use as they complete an assignment. online learning. Sometimes called virtual education, a common form of distance education in which teaching and learning take place via the Internet.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. GLOSSARY OF TERMS plagiarism. The use of someone else’s original words or ideas without giving that person credit. WebQuest. An inquiry-based learning project utilizing information from preselected websites.