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- 1. Increasing technology integration in the classroomBrandon Freel
- 2. OverviewCurrent technology in useIf it isn’t broke, why fix it?Forms of technology usedImplementing new technology
- 3. Why Technology, why now?Without the integration of technology in our schools, we are only putting the students at a disadvantage and closing them off from the outside world. “Technology is like a fish. The longer it stays on the shelf, the less desirable it becomes.” – Andrew HellerOnce a new technology rolls over you, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’re part of the road” – Stewart Brand
- 4. Current technology in useOverhead Projectors
- 5. Computers
- 6. Internet
- 8. Assignments with an online resource requirementStudent Perception of Technology UseThe GoodStudents reported being exposed to a variety of technologies in their college classroomsThe BadStudents described ways in which faculty members are ineffective in their use of technology.The UglySeveral student responses described faculty members as using technology in order to “hide behind it”.
- 9. Percentage of students exposed to different types of technology in their college classes
- 10. Why teachers aren’t using technologyIntimidationStudents know how to use it better than they doLack of preparation No prior knowledge of programsFear of programs not operating
- 11. Why schools should install technology?>90 percent of all schools are connected to the Internet>33 percent of teachers have Internet access in their classroomsFinancial incentives are a time-tested method of encouraging teachersSchool systems can provide compensation for professional development in technology on weekends or during summersMini-grants can be used to reward teachers who develop innovative uses for classroom technology
- 12. How to implement technologyPrepare a technology budget
- 14. Order, install, and inventory software and hardware
- 15. Provide technology in-services for teachers and staff
- 16. Establish after school computer programsCoaching Teachers at Different Skill LevelsA school may be home to educators with a wide variety of skill levels in technologyIndividual tutoring, peer coaching, collaboration, networking, and mentoringTeachers learn at different rates Have individual needs when mastering new skillsTechnology training should be flexible yet cover a comprehensive set of skills.
- 18. Web page design programs
- 19. Wiki web pages
- 20. Email
- 21. Video chattingInternet Technology Skype
- 22. Facebook
- 23. Diigo
- 25. Youtube
- 26. BlogsPercentage of teachers who believed selected technologies were essential in their teaching 2000-01
- 27. SummaryProvide incentives for teachers to use technology
- 28. Provide technology in-services for teachers and staff
- 29. Utilize free programs offered on the internet
- 30. Utilize computer programs to enhance lessons
- 31. Establish after school computer programsReferencesIvers, K.S. (2003). A teacher's guide to using technology in the classroom. Retrieved from http://books.google.com Gahala, J. (2001, October). Critical issue: promoting technology use in schools. Retrieved from http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/methods/technlgy/te200.htm Smith, G.E. (n.d.). Student perceptions of technology in the classroom: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Unpublished manuscript, Department of Psychology, Elon University, Elon, North Carolina. Retrieved from http://faculty.mckendree.edu/ATLAS/student_perceptions.htmU.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences. (2005). Computer technology in the public school classroom: teacher perspectives (NCES 2005-083). Washington, DC: Retrieved from http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2005/2005083.pdf