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Chapter 6

Chapter 6. Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration. Chapter Objectives. Define curriculum and explain curriculum standards and learning benchmarks Explain technology integration, also called curriculum integration

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Chapter 6

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  1. Chapter 6 Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  2. Chapter Objectives • Define curriculum and explain curriculum standards and learning benchmarks • Explain technology integration, also called curriculum integration • Describe the use of computers in computer labs and media centers versus classroom instruction • Identify ways in which technology can positively influence learning Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  3. Chapter Objectives • Identify ways to plan for technology integration • Explain various planning tools and instructional models • Describe the steps of the ASSURE Model • Identify ways to get started using technology at a new school • Describe the use of learning centers Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  4. What is Curriculum? • The knowledge, skills, and performance standards students are expected to acquire in particular grade levels • Plan or written document Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  5. What is Curriculum? • Country or state agencies Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  6. What is Curriculum? • Curriculum Standards and Benchmarks • Curriculum standard • Defines what a student is expected to know at certain stages of education • Benchmark • Specific, measurable outcome • Also called a learning objective Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  8. What is Technology Integration? • Combining of all technology parts, such as hardware and software, together with each subject-related area of curriculum to enhance learning • Establish connections between subject matter and the real world Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  9. What is Technology Integration? • Curriculum drives technology Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  10. What is Technology Integration? • Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers • Computer labs • A designated classroom filled with computers • Teachers schedule time to use the labs for many purposes Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  11. What is Technology Integration? • Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers • Point of instruction • Technology in the classroom at the teachers’ and students’ fingertips Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  12. What is Technology Integration? • Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs and Media Centers • Point of instruction • Teachable moments Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  13. The Classroom in Action • Introduction to Mr. Balado’s classroom • Five student computers networked to the school’s local area network and the World Wide Web • Instructional computer with access to the Web and connected to an interactive whiteboard • Allows Mr. Balado to access vast amounts of information Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  14. The Classroom in Action Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  15. Integrating Technology into the Curriculum • Technology can motivate students and increase class attendance • Technology must be integrated into the curriculum • Identify goals • Develop innovative ways to teach a diverse population of learners with different learning styles Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  16. Technology is a tool that allows a teacher to be a facilitator of learning and creates valuable learning experiences for many different types of learners. Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  17. Changing Instructional Strategies • Teachers are shifting from being the dispenser of knowledge to being the facilitator of learning • Students can accomplish learning with the teachers’ assistance • Learning is not just storage of knowledge, but includes problem solving Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  19. Barriers to Technology Integration • Lack of teacher training • Security constraints • Lack of administration support • Limited time for teacher planning • Placement of computers in remote locations • Budget constraints • Lack of high-speed school networks • Basic resistance to change Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  20. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • The Learning Process • Authentic learning • Instructional activities that demonstrate real-life connections by associating the concept being taught with a real-life experience or event Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  21. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • The Learning Process • Participatory learning • Students become engaged in inquiring, investigating, reflecting, solving problems, and formulating and answering questions • Anchored instruction • Providing a knowledge base on which students can build Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  22. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • The Learning Process • Problem-based instruction • Students use the background (anchor) information to solve complex problems • Discovery learning • Inquiry-based method for teaching and learning Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  23. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • Technology and the Learning Process • Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning • Example - Primal 3D or A.D.A.M. • Allows students to build cognitive scaffold • Encourages students to think in colors, sounds, and animations Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  24. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • Technology and the Learning Process • Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning • The Web • Educational equalizer • Allows children to experience new educational opportunities • Interaction with others outside of the school Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  26. Technology Integration and the Learning Process • Technology and the Learning Process • Numerous technology tools to support many types of instruction and learning • Cooperative learning • Students work in groups to achieve learning objectives • Higher-order thinking skills Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  28. Strategies for Teaching with Technology • Best strategy is to put the technology in the hands of trained teachers • Provide consistent application of technology tools to support instructional curriculum area • Careful planning Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  29. The Role of the School District • Technology plan • Outline of procedure for purchasing and maintaining equipment and software • Training • Plans often updated every three to five years Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  30. The Role of the School District Mentorship program • Teaming new teachers with experienced teachers Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  31. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • Decide on most appropriate technology to achieve desired learner outcomes • Preparing the classroom environment Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  32. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • One-Computer Classroom • Maximize effectiveness of one computer • Record keeping • Projection screens • Interactive whiteboard • Used to introduce topics before taking students to a computer lab Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  33. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • Two-Computer Classroom • Develop a strategy to manage both computers • Many questions determine strategy • Will both computers have the same hardware, software, and network access? • Will one or both computers be connected to the Web? • Will students rotate through using one or both computers on a daily basis? • How much time will each student be allowed on each computer? • Is it better to have the students work together on projects? • How are you going to observe your students using the Internet? • How will you evaluate student learning? Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  34. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • More Than Two Computers • Arrange classroom into learning centers • Use planning criteria mentioned previously Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  35. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • Using a Computer Lab and the Media Center • Advantages • One computer per student • Hands-on • Tutorials • Remediation • Cooperative learning • Computer skill instruction • Digital production projects • Internet research • Whole class instruction • Integrated learning systems (ILS) Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  36. Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom • Using A Wireless Mobile Lab • Portable cart with wireless notebook computers • Can be transported from one classroom to another Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  37. Planning Lessons with Technology • Must consider skill levels of students • Skill assessment survey Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  38. Planning Lessons with Technology • KWL Charts • Instructional planning chart to assist teachers in identifying student understanding of curriculum standards and related objectives • What students Know • What students Want to know • What students will Learn Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  39. Planning Lessons with Technology Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  40. Instructional Models • A systematic guide for planning instruction or a lesson Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  41. Instructional Models • The ASSURE Model • Guide for planning and delivering instruction that integrates technologies and media into the teaching process Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  42. Instructional Models • The ASSURE Model • Analyze the learner • State objectives • Select Methods, Media, and Materials Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  43. Instructional Models • The ASSURE Model • Utilizing Methods, Media, and Materials • Require Learner Participation • Evaluate and Revise Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  45. Getting Started at a New School • Information About Technology • Find out who else in the school uses technology • Determine if there is a technology committee • Teacher’s manual • Determine where to get technology support Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  46. Getting Started at a New School • Technology Training • Does the school offer professional development or in-service training • Talk to your principal, curriculum resource teacher, other teachers, or district technology coordinator Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  47. Getting Started at a New School • Hardware • Determine how to obtain additional hardware or upgrades • Join the technology committee • Educational grants Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

  48. Getting Started at a New School • Software • Determine what type of software is available • Check the classroom to see what is already installed • Special education requirements • Procedure for obtaining additional software • Is a state bid list available? Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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  50. Getting Started at a New School • Other Technologies • Media specialist can provide access to other technologies • Find a list of materials in use throughout the district Chapter 6: Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration

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