Technology in the ClassroomCrystal K. Bolamperti, Ed.D.

Technology in the Classroom

• Current and Emerging Technologies

• Research on Teaching and Learning with Technology

• Levels of Technology Implementation

• Technology - Meeting the Diverse Needs of Students

• Assess Student Learning by Utilizing Technology

• Professional Development

• Technology Use - Legal and Ethical Practice

Continual Growth in Technology Knowledge and Skills(Current and Emerging Technologies)

Emerging Technologies:

• Online electric vehicles, 3-D printing and remote mfg., remote sensing, . . .

Emerging Technologies in Education:

• MOOCS--Massively Open Online Courses (iTunesU, Google, . . .)

• Mobile Technology and Interactive Apps (low cost compared to laptop, tablet) e.g. Vanderbilt Univ.

• Games and Gamification - build critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork skills (competition--badges and ranking systems)

• Learning Analytics - trends from ed. data helps instructors create strategies tailored to their students

• Wearable Technology - real-time info. about their surroundings, tracks movements and offers hands-free option (wearable video cameras)

Continual Growth in Technology Knowledge and Skills

(Current and Emerging Technologies) Continued

• ISTE, NETA - Technology Associations

• Richard Byrne, Leslie Fisher, Kathy Schrock, Tammy Worcester, etc.

• Apple.com

• Maine Learning Technology Initiative

• Twitter

• iPads - LiveBinder.com, Shelly Mowinkle

• Livescribe.com (pencast)

• Khan Academy (over 4,000 videos) and more!

Current Research on Teaching and Learning with Technology

(Planning learning environments/Experiences)

• Curriculum is the guiding framework for technology integration. Think about how technology will generate student learning

• Technology is a magnet for student learning! Intertwining learning goals and technology skills

• Flipped Classroom - Move away from teacher distribution of knowledge and toward student construction of knowledge - Move instruction out of the classroom (videos, podcasts), move homework into the classroom (one-to-one students and teachers)

• Collaborate and share ideas - Access multiple sources!

Levels of Technology Implementation (LoTi Scale)Level Category Description

0 Non-Use Collaborative, Student-centered learning, No digital tools

1 Awareness Teacher-created multimedia presentations; Digital tools for curriculum management

2 Exploration Digital tools used for extension, enrichment, info. gathering; Students create multimedia products

3 InfusionStudents carry out teacher-directed tasks (inductive thinking, scientific-inquiry model); Instruction focuses on higher-order thinking

4A Integration Students solve authentic problems using digital tools; Teachers lack some support and rely on prepackaged materials and workshops

4B Integration Students investigate student-generated questions; Teachers are comfortable with promoting inquiry-based models of teaching

5 Expansion Students collaborate beyond classroom to solve problems.

6 Refinement

The content is based upon needs of learners (interests, needs, aspirations); Teacher enables digital tools as a seamless medium for student learning (problem solving, reflection, product development)

Technology Supports Learner-Centered Strategiesto Meet Diverse Needs of Students

• Today’s education system - standardize teaching and testing - for industrial era

• Now, we ask more of students - learn at different paces, have various aptitudes, students with different backgrounds and experience

• Customize for each student so they realize full potential (Blended Learning, Personalized Learning, Data Backpack, Learner Profile)

• Special Ed. - Assistive Technology Team (physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language)

Assess Student Learning by Utilizing Technology

• Blackboard (Online Quiz, Discussion Board, Blog, etc.)

• Clickers, iResponse, eClicker

• FirstClass E-Mail

• Online Assessment

• Apps

• SMART Board

• Video - Laptop, Camera

• Podcast, Vodcast

• Keynote/PowerPoint, iMovie, Webpage, Word Processing and more!

Engaging Technology Professional Development

• Westside (Career Center Staff, Monthly Tech Tidbits, Area 66 Declassified Episodes, Technology Showcase, After-School Sessions, Tech. Lunches, WMS--FirstClass--Ed. Tech. Conf. Folder)

• Ten Tech Tidbits 2012-13 (Lynn Spady) - bit.ly/10cySMQ

• Area 66 Declassified episodes (Paul Lindgren, Lynn Spady) - bit.ly/X8DZPV

• Presentations at WMS and “Curriculum Links” including step-by-step directions (Jeff Ingraham, ESU#3) - westsidetraining.wikispaces.com/

• NETA (Nebr. Educ. Technol. Assoc.) - netasite.org

• livebinders.com

• Tech & Learning - http://www.techlearning.com/index, newsletter@techlearning.com

Technology UseLegal and Ethical Practice

• ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education)

• Elements of Digital Citizenship (M. Ribble) - Digital Access, Digital Commerce, Digital Communication, Digital Literacy, Digital Etiquette, Digital Law, Digital Rights and Responsibilities, Digital Health and Wellness, Digital Security

Reflection

1. When integrating technology, keep this in mind . . .

2. A resource for technology integration is . . .

3. An idea for integrating technology into my teaching is . . .

4. Questions I have about technology integration . . .