Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration Chapter Five Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

Chapter Objectives Name and define the elements of digital media Define and explain curriculum standards and learning benchmarks Explain technology integration, also called curriculum integration Describe the use of computers in computer labs and media centers versus classroom instruction Identify ways in which technology can positively influence learning

Chapter Objectives Identify ways to plan for technology integration Explain various planning tools and instructional models Describe the steps of the ASSURE Model Identify ways to get started using technology at a new school Describe the use of learning centers and interactive whiteboards

What Is Digital Media Digital media is defined as those technologies that allow users to create new forms of interaction, expression, communication, and entertainment in a digital format Digital media software refers to any computer-based presentation or application software that uses multimedia elements Interactive digital media allows users to move through information at their own pace

What Is Digital Media With many digital media applications, you navigate through the content by clicking or tapping links Text Graphics Animation Audio and video are common components of digital media

Why Are Digital Media Applications Important for Education? Digital media applications (including apps for mobile devices) are changing the traditional dynamics of learning in classrooms Improve teaching and learning Highly effective teaching tools Appeals to a variety of learning styles Increased retention Students are motivated

Why Are Digital Media Applications Important for Education?

What is Curriculum? The knowledge, skills, and performance standards students are expected to acquire in particular grade levels Plan or written document

What is Curriculum? Country or state agencies

What is Curriculum? Curriculum Standards and Benchmarks Defines what a student is expected to know at certain stages of education Benchmark Specific, measurable outcome Also called a learning objective or learning expectation

What is Technology Integration? Combining of all technology parts, such as hardware and software, together with each subject-related area of curriculum to enhance learning Establish connections between subject matter and the real world

What is Technology Integration? Curriculum drives technology

What is Technology Integration? Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers Computer labs A designated classroom filled with computers Teachers schedule time to use the labs for many purposes

What is Technology Integration? Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers Point of instruction Technology in the classroom at the teachers’ and students’ fingertips

What is Technology Integration? Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers Point of instruction Teachable moments

The Classroom in Action Introduction to Mr. Balado’s classroom Four student computers and two iPads networked to the school’s local area network and the World Wide Web Instructional computer with access to the Web and connected to an interactive whiteboard Allows Mr. Balado to access vast amounts of information

The Classroom in Action

Integrating Technology into the Curriculum Technology can motivate students and increase class attendance Technology must be integrated into the curriculum Identify goals Develop innovative ways to teach a diverse population of learners with different learning styles

Changing Instructional Strategies Teachers are shifting from being the dispenser of knowledge to being the facilitator of learning Students can accomplish learning with the teachers’ assistance Learning is not just storage of knowledge, but includes problem solving

Barriers to Technology Integration Lack of teacher training Security constraints Lack of administration support Limited time for teacher planning Placement of computers in remote locations Budget constraints Lack of high-speed school networks Basic resistance to change

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Authentic learning Instructional activities that demonstrate real-life connections by associating the concept being taught with a real-life experience or event

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Participatory learning Students become engaged in inquiring, investigating, reflecting, solving problems, and formulating and answering questions Anchored instruction Providing a knowledge base on which students can build

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Problem-based instruction Students use the background (anchor) information to solve complex problems Discovery learning Inquiry-based method for teaching and learning

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Technology and the Learning Process Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning Example - Primal 3D or A.D.A.M. Allows students to build cognitive scaffold Encourages students to think in colors, sounds, and animations

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Technology and the Learning Process Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning The Web Educational equalizer Allows children to experience new educational opportunities Interaction with others outside of the school

Technology Integration and the Learning Process Technology and the Learning Process Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning Cooperative learning Students work in groups to achieve related learning objectives Higher-order thinking skills Cooperative classroom Higher-order thinking skills are the abilities to solve problems, engage in critical thinking, and interpret and solve complex issues

Strategies for Teaching with Technology Best strategy is to put the technology in the hands of trained teachers Provide consistent application of technology tools to support instructional curriculum area Careful planning

The Role of the School District Technology plan Outline of procedure for purchasing and maintaining equipment and software Training Plans often reviewed every couple of years

The Role of the School District Mentorship program Teaming new teachers with experienced teachers

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom Decide on most appropriate technology to achieve desired learner outcomes Preparing the classroom environment

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom One-Computer Classroom Maximize effectiveness of one computer Record keeping Projection screens Interactive whiteboard Used to introduce topics before taking students to a computer lab

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom Two-Computer Classroom Develop a strategy to manage both computers Many questions determine strategy Will both computers have the same hardware, software, and network access? Will one or both computers be connected to the Web? Will students rotate through using one or both computers on a daily basis? How much time will each student be allowed on each computer? Is it better to have the students work together on projects? How are you going to observe your students using the Internet? How will you evaluate student learning?

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom More Than Two Computers Arrange classroom into learning centers Use planning criteria mentioned previously

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom Using a Computer Lab and the Media Center Advantages One computer per student Hands-on Tutorials Remediation Cooperative learning Computer skill instruction Digital production projects Internet research Whole class instruction Integrated learning systems (ILS)

Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom Using A Wireless Mobile Lab Portable cart with wireless notebook computers Can be transported from one classroom to another

Planning Lessons with Technology Must consider skill levels of students Skill assessment survey

Planning Lessons with Technology KWL Charts Instructional planning chart to assist teachers in identifying student understanding of curriculum standards and related objectives What students Know What students Want to know What they will Learn

Planning Lessons with Technology

Instructional Models A systematic guide for planning instruction or a lesson

Instructional Models The ASSURE Model Guide for planning and delivering instruction that integrates technologies and media into the teaching process

Instructional Models The ASSURE Model Analyze the learner State objectives Select Methods, Media, and Materials

Instructional Models The ASSURE Model Utilizing Methods, Media, and Materials Require Learner Participation Evaluate and Revise

Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations Many options are available for you and your students to use digital media authoring software and to present digital media presentations Digital media authoring software, also called multimedia authoring software, lets you create the application or presentation by controlling the placement of text and graphics and the duration of sounds, video, and animations Microsoft PowerPoint Apple Keynote iLife

Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations

Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations Data projectors Most new schools and retrofitted schools include installed digital data projectors in the ceilings of their classrooms, labs, and media centers

Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations Interactive whiteboards A popular teaching tool with educators is the interactive whiteboard (IWB), also called an electronic whiteboard, which turns a computer and data projector into a powerful tool for teaching and learning SMART Board

Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations Student interaction Provide opportunities for student interaction with these technologies on a regular basis IWB software

Getting Started at a New School Information About Technology Find out who else in the school uses technology Determine if there is a technology committee Teacher’s manual Determine where to get technology support

Getting Started at a New School Technology Training Does the school offer professional development or in-service training Talk to your principal, curriculum resource teacher, other teachers, or district technology coordinator

Getting Started at a New School Hardware Determine how to obtain additional hardware or upgrades Join the technology committee Educational grants

Getting Started at a New School Software Determine what type of software is available Check the classroom to see what is already installed Special education requirements Procedure for obtaining additional software Is a state bid list available?

Getting Started at a New School Other Technologies Media specialist can provide access to other technologies Find a list of materials in use throughout the district

Getting Started at a New School Technology Supplies Determine procedure for obtaining additional supplies and parts

Putting it All Together Creating an Integrated Learning Environment The classroom centers Centers, or learning centers, give you the opportunity to break your classroom into many different types of learning environments

Putting it All Together The Classroom Centers Mr. Balado classroom Seven learning centers Discovery computer center Web search center Modeling center Great explorers’ library center Scanning and photo center Science center Digital media project center

Putting it All Together The Results of Technology Integration Mr. Balado’s results Creative projects Students were actively involved Higher-level thinking Improved self-esteem, self-confidence, and writing skills