Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom Skills for the 21st Century

by Morrison, Gary R.; Lowther, Deborah L.

• ISBN13: 9780135145296
• ISBN10: 0135145295
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-07-14
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

KEY BENEFIT: This textbook provides new features to help prospective teachers understand the potential of using computers in the classroom and the development of new methods for using computers. This computers in education textbook is constructed around a constructivist lesson-planning model. The authors provide a rationale for integrating computers into the classroom curriculum by using them as atool,rather than just an instructional delivery device. The book features new activities to reinforce material, including questions at the beginning of each chapter that focus on key content and key connections to be made between chapters, and hands-on activities at the end of each chapter. Authentic contextual examples give students a glimpse into real classrooms that are using available computer technology. Thorough updates ensure students are up-to-date on developments in the field in order to make use of current technologies and future advances. The book also features web-based activities directly related to examples given in the text.KEY TOPICS: Coverage is aligned with ISTE guidelines and structured around the ten-stepNTeQ(iNtegrating Technology for inQuiry) model for developing and implementing integrated lesson plans. Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, publishing software, the Internet, and educational software are all explored, with the goal of demonstrating how to determine whether or not computersshouldbe used and how best to use them.MARKET: Accessible even for students with minimal computer skills-using a mouse, using menus, and opening/creating/saving documents. The book is for courses in Computers in Education and Instructional Media and Technology.

Author Biography

Gary R. Morrison received his doctorate in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University. Since then, he has worked as instructional designer at the University of Mid-America, Solar Turbines International, General Electric Company's Corporate Consulting Group, and Tenneco Oil Company. As a professor at the University of Memphis, he taught courses in instructional design and served as a faculty associate in the Center of Academic Excellence. Presently, he is a professor in the Instructional Design and Technology Program at Old Dominion University, where he teaches courses in instructional design and distance learning. His credits include print projects, multimedia projects, and more than 30 hours of instructional video programs, including a rive-part series that was aired nationally on PBS-affiliated stations.

Dr. Morrison has written more than 100 papers on topics related to instructional design and computer-based instruction and has contributed to several books and instructional software packages. He is co-author of Designing Effective Instruction with Steven M. Ross and Jerold E. Kemp. He is the associate editor of the research section of Educational Technology Research and Development and past president of AEC:T's Research and Theory Division, and Design and Development Division.

Deborah L. Lowther received her Ph.D. in Educational Technology from Arizona State University. Before completing her doctoral work, she was a seventh-grade science teacher. She is currently an associate professor in the Department of Instruction and Curriculum Leadership at the University of Memphis. Her area of concentration is Instructional Design and Technology. She teaches courses primarily focused toward preparing preservice and inservice teachers to integrate computer technology into their curriculum. She also teaches courses that lead to state certification in instructional computing applications. Her research is centered on factors influencing the integration of technology into various learning environments. Over the past 8 years, Dr. Lowther has been very involved with technology integration from the international to the local level. Her involvement includes conference presentations; co-guest editing Technology in the K-12 Schools, a special edition of a national journal; working with multiple grants focused toward technology integration; providing professional development to K-12 schools across the nation. She is currently the Principal Investigator of Professional Development for the Appalachian Technology in Education Consortium.

Table of Contents

Rethinking Computers and Instruction

Preparing Students for the 21^st Century

21st Century Knowledge and Skills

National Educational Technology Standards for Students

Linking Educational Reform and Technology

Moving from Teacher- to Student-Centered Instruction

Creating Open-Ended Learning Environments

Achieving Collaborative Learning

The NTeQ Model

The NTeQ Philosophy

NTeQ and the Teacher

NTeQ and the Student

NTeQ and the Computer

NTeQ and the Standards

NTeQ: Designing an Integrated Lesson

Designing an Integrated Lesson using the NTeQ Approach

Specifying Objectives

Matching Objectives to Computer Functions

Specifying a Problem

Research and Analysis

Planning the Results Presentation

Planning: Activities During Computer Use

Planning: Activities Before Computer Use

Planning: Activities After Computer Use

Planning: Supporting Activities

Assessment

Digital Tools in Today's Classrooms

Using Digital Tools in the Classroom

Four Tech Digital Tool Categories

Platform

Connectivity

Device Software

File Format

Computers

Desktop Components

All-in-One Desktops

Laptops

Computer Pros and Cons

Mobile Devices

Digital Media Players/Recorders

Digital Cameras

e-Book Readers

GPS Navigation Receivers

Graphing Calculators

PDA (Personal Data Assistants)

Personal Response Systems

Mobile Devise Pros and Cons

Peripherals

Audio Devices

Interactive Whiteboards

Printers

Projectors

Scanners

Science Probes

Webcams

Peripherals Pros and Cons

Data Storage Devices

External Hard Drives

Flash Drives

Storage Cards

Digital Storage Pros and Cons

Computer Software in Today's Classrooms

Software Categories

Five Categories of software

Production Software

Word Processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation

Database

Graphic Organizers

Graphics

Audio/Video Editing

Authoring

Research Software

Browsers

Search Engines

Plug-ins

Communication/Collaboration Software

Email

Lists

Chat

Instant Messaging

Discussion Board

Blogs

Wiki

RSS

Podcasts

Problem-Solving Software

Games

Simulations

Educational Software

Drill-and-Practice

Tutorials

Integrated Learning Systems

Process Tools

Testing Software

Think Sheets Using Technology for Higher-Order Learning

The Self-Regulated Learner

What is Self-Regulation?

Strategies for Self-Regulation

Using Think Sheets for Higher-Order Learning

Three Types of Think Sheets

Components of a Think Sheet

Using the NTeQ Problem-Solving Process for Higher-Order Learning

Components of the NTeQ Problem-Solving Process

As-Needed Activities

Exploring The World Wide Web in the Classroom

The Internet

Using the Web to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students

Students using the Web as a Tool

The Web as an Information Source

The Web as a Collaboration Tool

The Web as a Communication Tool

Teachers using the Web as a Tool

Content management

Connecting with Parents and the Community

Professional development

Appropriate Practices with the Web

District Policies

Classroom Policies

Copyright Issues

Using the Internet with an NTeQ Lesson

Word Processing

Examining Word Processing

Word Processing in the Classroom

Designing an Integrated Lesson Using Word Processing

NTeQ Lesson Plan

Lesson Bytes for Word Processing

Integrating Spreadsheets as Tools

Examining Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets in the Classroom

Designing an Integrated Lesson Using Spreadsheets

NTeQ Lesson Plan

Lesson Bytes for Spreadsheets

Integrating Multimedia as a Tool

Examining Multimedia

Multimedia in the Classroom

Designing an Integrated Lesson Using Multimedia

NTeQ Lesson Plan

Lesson Bytes for Spreadsheets

Graphic Organizers

Examining Graphic Organizers

Graphic Organizers in the Classroom

Designing an Integrated Lesson Using Graphic Organizers

NTeQ Lesson Plan

Lesson Bytes for Graphic Organizers

Integrating Educational Software

Choosing the Right Software

Benefits of Problem-Solving Software

Benefits of Educational Software

Software Evaluation

Software Evaluation Criteria

Software Reviews

Teacher-Conducted Software Evaluation

Using NTeQ to Integrate Problem-Solving and Educational Software

Five Key Components

Meaningful Integration

Teacher, Technology and the Classroom

The Technologically Competent Teacher

National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers

Preparing to Implement a Technology Lesson

Preparing Handouts

Preparing Technology

Managing Student Use of Computers

Managing the Classroom Environment

Managing the Rotation

Managing Student Activities

Managing the ResourcesP

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