Educational Computing David Goldschmidt, Ph.D. Computer Science The College of Saint Rose Curriculum and Technology

Welcome to the Digital Age Digital media enables teachers to use a combination of technologies that appeal to digital learning styles

The Digital Generation The digital generation: much more media-centric than ever before

Curriculum Curriculum refers to the knowledge, skills, and performance standards students are expected to acquire in particular grade levels or programs – Described in a written plan – Often standardized by state or county

Curriculum Standards Curriculum standards define what students are expected to learn at specific educational stages

Curriculum Standards Curriculum standards define what students are expected to learn at specific educational stages

Curriculum Standards Curriculum standards define what students are expected to learn at specific educational stages

Benchmarks A benchmark is a specific measurable learning objective usually tied to a curriculum standard

Technology Integration Technology integration combines technology with each subject area of a curriculum to enhance learning Also referred to as curriculum integration Apply technology to help meet the benchmarks of curriculum standards Think of technology as a useful tool in the classroom

Technology Integration Technology can help capture the attention of students and motivate them to learn Help teach a diverse population of students with different learning styles, special needs, etc.

Classroom Integration vs. Labs Computer labs provide students with access to computers and technology outside of the classroom Classroom integration enables teachers to use computers directly at the point of instruction Which approach is better? Why?

Integration Strategies Direct students to work on assignments involving technology outside of the classroom

Changing Instructional Strategies Teachers are rapidly shifting from being dispensers of knowledge to facilitators of learning Students learn with a teacher’s guidance and assistance Students work on individual and team-based projects

Changing Instructional Strategies Learning is no longer the storage and regurgitation of knowledge Learning incorporates creative thinking, problem solving, analytical thinking, etc.

Lesson Plans A lesson plan describes: Lesson content Method of delivery Specific goals and timelines Student benefits Find lesson plans online

Lesson Plans Lesson plans contain the following information: Categorization (Science, Math, English, etc.) Applicable grade levels Synopsis and applicability Lesson “hook” (i.e. how to draw students in) Background information Task(s) Rubrics for evaluation of student achievement

Lesson Plans Planning lessons with technology requires an understanding of student skill levels Use a skills assessment survey A KWL chart is an instructional planning tool that assists teachers in identifying curriculum objectives based on what students already know Know / Want to Know / Will Learn

KWL Chart