Major project1 powerpoint
- 1. Technology Integration in the ClassroomWord Processing, Spreadsheets, and DatabasesBy: Ashli Parrish-Smith
- 2. Instructional Integration Strategies for Word ProcessingSupporting the Learning of writing processesUsing a dynamic group product approachAssigning individual language, writing, and reading exercises Encouraging writing through curriculum
- 3. Why teachers use word processing:Saves timeEnhances document appearanceAllows sharing of documentsAllows collaboration of documents
- 4. Current issues with word processing:Word processing may inhibit students development of handwriting skills OR word processing may free students from worrying about handwriting and allow more creative expression.Does the 10 finger keyboarding help or inhibit student learning?
- 5. Instructional Integration Strategies for spreadsheets:Making possible visual demonstrationsSupporting student productsSupporting mathematical problem solvingStoring and analyzing dataProjecting grades
- 6. Why teachers use spreadsheets:Save timeOrganize displays of informationSupport asking “what if” questionsIncrease motivation to work with mathematics
- 7. Current issues with spreadsheets:Should teachers use spreadsheets for grade-keeping or stick to grade books designed specifically for this purpose?The answer to this issue comes down to personal preference.
- 8. Instructional Integration Strategies for databases:Teaching research and study skillsTeaching organizational skillsUnderstanding the power of information “pictures”Posing and testing hypotheses Searching for information during research
- 9. Why teachers use databases:Reducing data redundancySaving time locating and/or updating informationAllowing comparisons of information through searches across filesHelping reveal relationships among data
- 10. Current issues with databases:Simplified access vs. privacyCoping with information overload
- 11. Summary and ReferencesWord processing, spreadsheet, and database software programs can be integrated effectively into the classroom because they support both directed and constructivist learning activities.Reference: Roblyer, M.D., & Doering, A.H. (2010). Integrating educational technology into teaching. Pearson Education, Inc.