Technology Integration in P-12 Curriculum
This course focuses on the use of various technologies and software applications appropriate for P-12 curriculum. The emphasis of this course is on implementing student-centered learning by effectively integrating technology into lesson plans. The use of technology as a classroom management tool will also be explored.
Topics and Objectives
Role of the Teacher
- Analyze the role of the teacher as a facilitator.
- Examine strategies to promote higher-level thinking.
- Identify effective approaches to integrate the use of computer technology into lesson plans.
- Critique student-centered learning versus teacher-led instruction.
- Specify student-learning variables that impact student achievement.
Role of the Lesson Plan
- Create a lesson plan.
- Examine the basic components of word processing and its use in the classroom.
Role of the Computer Application
- Identify the components of an integrated technology lesson using the NTeQ Model.
- Explore the use of the Internet in the classroom.
- Analyze the basic components of the spreadsheet and its use in the classroom.
- Create a simple spreadsheet applying the basic components of data analysis.
- Examine the use of graphics, desktop publishing, and presentation programs in the classroom.
Role of the Educational Software
- Describe different types of educational software.
- Examine the process of evaluating educational software programs.
- Identify the elements of effective instruction.
- Analyze the process of lesson plan conversion from teacher-led to student-centered learning.
- Convert a lesson plan emphasizing student-centered learning.
Role of the Management Tool
- Develop resources that assist in implementing a technology-based lesson plan.
- Examine the use of technology as a management tool.
- Analyze assessment strategies and rubrics appropriate for student-centered lessons.
- Construct a plan to manage various technologies in the classroom setting.
