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The Computer as an
Educational Tool
Forcier and Descy
(Fifth Edition)
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• Author
• Producer
• Site
• Publication
• Purpose
• Date of publication
• Arrangement
• Intended audience
• Coverage
• Writing
style/reasoning
• References
Forcier and Descy
The Computer as an Educational Tool
(Fifth Edition)
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Integrating Internet-Based
Tools into the Curriculum
• Email
• Internet Pen Pals (Keypals)
• Mentor Projects
• Blogs
• Podcasting
Forcier and Descy
The Computer as an Educational Tool
(Fifth Edition)
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Integrating Internet-Based
Tools into the Curriculum
(cont.)
• World Wide Web
– Multicultural understanding
– Group projects
– Electronic field trips
– Research projects
– Parallel problem solving
– WebQuests
– Scavenger hunts
– Website displays
Forcier and Descy
The Computer as an Educational Tool
(Fifth Edition)
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Prescreened Collections of
Websites
• EduHound
– http://www.eduhound.com
• Kathy Schrock’s Guide for Educators
– http://school.discovery.com/schrockguid
e
• Yahoo!® Kids
– http://kids.yahoo.com
http://www.eduhound.com/
http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide
http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide
http://kids.yahoo.com/
Forcier and Descy
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(Fifth Edition)
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Educational and Learning
Networks
• Classroom Connect®
– http://corporate.classroom.com
• DiscoverySchool.com
– http://school.discovery.com
• Scholastic.com
– http://teacher.scholastic.com
http://corporate.classroom.com/
http://school.discovery.com/
http://teacher.scholastic.com/
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• The Educator’s Reference Desk
– http://www.eduref.org
• The Library of Congress
– http://www.loc.gov/index.html
http://www.loc.gov/index.html
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• Web Portals
– Offer a broad range of services and
resources
• Distance Education
– Course Management System (CMS)
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(Fifth Edition)
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• Adventures of Cyberbee: Curriculum Ideas
– http://www.cyberbee.com/intclass.html
• Art Education Internet Links: Art &
Learning to Think & Feel
– http://www.goshen.edu/art/ed/art-ed-
links.html
• Big Ideas Outline
– http://commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/letsnet/
noframes/bigideas
http://www.cyberbee.com/intclass.html
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Curriculum Infusion Ideas
(cont.)
• The Children’s Literature Web Guide
– http://www.acs.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown
• The Creative Teaching Site
– http://www.creativeteachingsite.com
• Education World®: The Educator’s
Best Friend
– http://www.educationworld.com
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The Computer as an Educational Tool
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Curriculum Infusion Ideas
(cont.)
• English Learning Area
– http://wwwfp.education.tas.gov.au/english/
• Internet Sites Supporting Project Based
Teaching and Learning
– http://www.internet4classrooms.com/
project.htm
• Karin’s ESL PartyLand: Teaching with the
Internet
– http://www.eslpartyland.com/teachers/nov/
internet.htm
- The Computer as an Educational Tool
- Integrating Internet-Based Tools into the Curriculum
- Integrating Internet-Based Tools into the Curriculum (cont.)
- Prescreened Collections of Websites
- Educational and Learning Networks
- Curriculum Infusion Ideas (cont.)
- Slide 11
Evaluating Internet Information
Internet Archives
Other Internet Resources
Curriculum Infusion Ideas
Chapter 2
Computer Applications in Education
INSTRUCTIONAL SOFTWARE
Programs developed specifically to deliver or assist with student instruction on a topic
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3.*
Instructional Software Classifications
Drill and Practice
skill practice
Tutorial
information delivery
Simulation
demonstration
exploration
Instructional Games
skill practice
exploration
Problem Solving
skill practice
exploration
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3.*
Problem of Identifying Types of Software
Today’s software packages
Hard to classify
Several different activities
Overlap of functions in one package
Example: Reader Rabbit
Drill activities
Problem solving
Games
3.*
Recent Trends in Software Design and Delivery
Multimedia elements
Online access and components
Renewed emphasis on directed strategies and networked systems
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3.*
DRILL AND PRACTICE
Types
Flashcard activity
Branching drill
Extensive feedback activities
Criteria for well-designed programs
Control over presentation
Appropriate feedback
Answer reinforcement
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3.*
DRILL AND PRACTICE
Benefits
Immediate feedback
Motivational
Saves teacher time
Limitations and problems
Perceived misuses
Criticism by constructivists
*
3.*
DRILL AND PRACTICE
Ways to use
To supplement or replace worksheets
To assist in preparing for objective tests
Guidelines for use
Set time limits
Assign individually
Use learning stations
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3.*
TUTORIALS
Tutorial types
Linear tutorials
Branching tutorials
Criteria for well-designed programs
Extensive interactivity
Thorough user control
Appropriate pedagogy
Adequate answer- judging and feedback
Appropriate graphics
Adequate record keeping
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3.*
TUTORIALS
Benefits
Immediate feedback
Motivational
Saves teacher time
Limitations and problems
Criticism by constructivists
Hard to find
Reflect only one instructional approach
M. D. Roblyer
Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, 4/E
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3.*
TUTORIALS
Ways to use
Self-paced reviews
Alternative learning strategies
When teachers are not available
Guidelines for use
Assign individually
Use learning stations or individual checkout
M. D. Roblyer
Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, 4/E
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3.*
SIMULATIONS
Types
Physical
Iterative
Procedural
Situational
Criteria for well-designed programs
System fidelity and accuracy
Good documentation to explain system characteristics and uses
M. D. Roblyer
Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, 4/E
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3.*
SIMULATIONS
Benefits
Compress time
Slow down processes
Get students involved
Make experimentation safe
Make the impossible possible
Save money and other resources
Allow repetition with variations
Allow observations of complex processes
Limitations and problems
Accuracy of models
Misuse of simulations
*
3.*
SIMULATIONS
Ways to use simulations
Lab experiments
Replacement or supplement to role playing
Replacement or supplement to field trips
Introducing a new topic
Fostering exploration
Encouraging cooperation and group work
*
3.*
INSTRUCTIONAL
GAMES
Game types
Rules
Elements of competition and challenge
Amusing or entertaining formats
Criteria for well-designed programs
Appealing formats and activities
Instructional value
Physical dexterity is reasonable
Minimum violence/aggression
*
3.*
INSTRUCTIONAL
GAMES
Limitations and problems
Learning versus having fun
Confusion of game rules and real life rules
Inefficient learning
Benefits
High interest
Retention
*
3.*
INSTRUCTIONAL
GAMES
Guidelines
Use sparingly
Involve all students
Emphasize content area skills
Ways to use
In place of worksheets and exercises
To foster cooperation and group work
As a reward
*
3.*
PROBLEM SOLVING
Criteria for well-designed programs
Challenging and interesting formats
Clear links to developing specific problem-solving skills or abilities
Problem solving types
Specific to content area
General content-
free skills
*
3.*
PROBLEM SOLVING
Benefits
Motivates students to solve problems and spend time on topic
Keeps knowledge from becoming inert
Limitations and problems
Names versus skills
Courseware claims versus effectiveness
Possible negative effects of directed instruction
Transfer
*
3.*
PROBLEM SOLVING
Ways to use
Teach component skills in problem- solving strategies
Provide support in solving problems
Encourage group problem solving
Characteristics
Tools to help solve problems
Environments that challenge students to create solutions
Problems to help develop component problem-solving skills
Opportunities for practice in solving content-area problems
*
3.*
Integrated Learning System (ILS)
Characteristics
Instructional objectives
Lessons integrated into standard curriculum
Courseware
Management system
Criteria for well-designed ILS
Good curriculum coverage
Good pedagogical strategies
Several different report formats
Easy-to-read and interpret reports
*
3.*
Integrated Learning System (ILS)
Benefits
Help provide supplemental educational services required by NCLB Act
Benefits of drill, tutorials, simulations, instructional games, and problem solving—depending on selection
Easier to access via network or online
Personalized instruction
Summary progress data
Limitations and problems
Costs
Research on impact
Concerns about the role of ILSs
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3.*
Integrated Learning Systems (ILS) Guidelines
Cost of hardware and software resources
Estimate educational benefits
Obtain ILS updates from vendors
Evaluate ILS for match with expectations
Calculate personnel and fiscal impact
Clear problem
Closed or open system
Match scope and sequence
Match to target population
Adequacy of reporting and management system
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3.*
Integrated Learning Systems (ILS)
Ways to use
Remediation
Mainstream delivery system
Resource-rich environments
*
3.*
Courseware Evaluation
Recommended Sequence
Begin with an identified need
Locate titles
Complete hands-on reviews
Collect student reviews
*
3.*
Courseware Evaluation
Essential Questions
Does it teach?
Is the content accurate, current, and appropriate?
Is it “user friendly”?
Does it work correctly?
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3.*
Courseware Evaluation
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3.*
Courseware Evaluation
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