Classroom Integration of Type II Uses of Technology in Education

Develop new strategies for using computers in the classroomEducators have talked about using information technology to improve teaching since the beginning of the modern computer movement but true integration remains an elusive goal—for most. Classroom Integration of Type II Uses of Technology in Education finds teachers who have managed to take advantage of the sophistication, power, and affordability of todays technology to develop new and better strategies for learning, despite the absence of an effective institutional infrastructure. This unique book reviews effective Type II teaching applications and software used at all educational levels, including Lego/Logo technologies, idea technologies, graphics software, laptop computers, and handheld computers. Information technology in schools has failed to fulfill its considerable potential because without a widespread instructional support system, computers are generally poorly used and not integrated meaningfully into classroom activities. But some educators have still been able to implement Type II applications of information technology in their educational settings. Classroom Integration of Type II Uses of Technology in Education looks at their innovative methods of using computers to bring about more effective teaching—and learning.Classroom Integration of Type II Uses of Technology in Education examines: computer activities of grade 1-5 students using Lego/Logo technologies using Kid-Pix graphics software for creative activities the Technology Integration Assessment Instrument (TIAI) gender disparity in computer-oriented problem solving a three-tiered, idea-technology classification system pre-service teacher preparation assistive technology definitions, legislation, and implementation issues lesson plans and document techniques for laptop computers an action/instructional model for using handheld wireless computers in the classroom Classroom Integration of Type II Uses of Technology in Education is an invaluable resource for academics working in information technology and education, and for K-12 teachers and administrators at all levels.

INTRODUCTION Information Technology, Type II Classroom Integration, and the Limited Infrastructure in Schools (Cleborne D. Maddux and D. LaMont Johnson) An Examination of Gender Differences in Elementary Constructionist Classrooms Using Lego/Logo Instruction (Sally R. Beisser) Early Algebra with Graphics Software as a Type II Application of Technology (Sergei Abramovich) Defining and Applying Idea Technologies: A Systematic, Conceptual Framework for Teachers (Maryanne R. Bednar and John J. Sweeder) The Technology Integration Assessment Instrument: Understanding Planned Use of Technology by Classroom Teachers (Jody S. Britten and Jerrel C. Cassady) Transforming Student Learning by Preparing the Next Generation of Teachers for Type II Technology Integration (Karen Dutt-Doner, Susan M. Allen, and Daniel Corcoran) Scientists in Their Own Classroom: The Use of Type II Technology in the Science Classroom (Kathleen M. Gabric, Christina Z. Hovance, Sharon L. Comstock, and Delwyn L. Harnisch) Handheld, Wireless Computers: Can They Improve Learning and Instruction? (Mahnaz Moallem, Hengameh Kermani, and Sue-jen Chen) An Assistive Technology Toolkit: Type II Applications for Students with Mild Disabilities (Kathleen Puckett) Authentic Instruction in Laptop Classrooms: Sample Lessons that Integrate Type II Applications (Ann E. Barron, J. Christine Harmes, and Kate Kemker) Across the Curriculum with Handheld Computers (Candace Figg and Jenny Burson) Teachers as Designers of Learning Environments (Foo Sean Yoon, Jeanne Ho, and John G. Hedberg) The Effect of a Hypermedia Learning Environment on Middle School Students Motivation, Attitude, and Science Knowledge (Min Liu) Implementing Handheld Computers as Tools for First-Grade Writers (Wilma D. Kuhlman, Kathy Everts Danielson, Elizabeth J. Campbell, and Neal W. Topp) Index Reference Notes Included

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