1. Elliot Soloway’s Research
Technology & Student Achievement
Presented 9/2004 By: Liz Ryan & Catherine Benson

2. Information Seeking Theory
Maximizing use of technology will enhance
curriculum and advance administrative efficiency
When certain conditions are met computing
technology computing technology has a positive
impact on student achievement
Three T’s to Elementary Ed: Tasks, Tools and Time

3. Information Seeking Theory
Sufficient Access to Technology
Adequate Teacher Preparation
Effective Curriculum
Relevant Assessment
Supportive School Districts
Supportive Family & Community

4. Soloway and the SLMS SLMS Technology Leader Administrators Students
Faculty
Parents
Other
SLMS

5. Technology in the SLMC Tools for teachers & students to increase usage
Access
Collaboration
Engage
Tools for teachers & students to increase usage
Integrate in the library for better access
Meaningful usage in a variety media formats

6. Our Curriculum Project
Print
Sources
Artwork
& Photos
Web
Sites
Jeopardy Vocab
We plan to teach third grade students at
Schenectady Christian school election awareness.
We will engage the learner through: interactive vocabulary
games, fun web sites, scavenger hunts through print sources,
making pins, digital photos of each student displayed with a
message on why they should vote/voting memories,
and designing election awareness flyers.

7. Why These Technologies
Lifelong Student Achievement
Appropriate
Technology
Meaningful
Access
Collaborate
Engage