The Brain and Technology in the 21 st Century Classroom.
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Transcript of The Brain and Technology in the 21 st Century Classroom.
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The Brain and Technology in the 21st
Century Classroom
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Effects of Educational Technology
• Positive impact on subject areas
• Positive Attitudes
• Effectiveness depends on design, teacher’s role, etc.
• Student centered learning
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Reading and Technology
• No “reading center”
• PET scan results–Recognition, strategic, affective
• Effectiveness depends on design, teacher’s role, etc.
• Student centered learning
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Reading and Technology, cont’d
• Computers are versatile and flexible
• Computers can be customized
• Print material offers none of this flexibility
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Reading and Technology, cont’d
• Computers can create learning environments
• Searching the Internet increases brain function
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Technology for At-Risk Students
• Develop higher-order thinking
• Authentic tasks
• Practice basic skills
• Increase complexity of tasks
• Teachers learning alongside students—each has something to offer
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Multiple Intelligences
• Verbal/linguistic—multimedia reading software
• Mathematical—abstract concepts made concrete
• Visual—Photoshop or GIMP
• Bodily/Kinesthetic—video games, wii, etc.
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Multiple Intelligences
• Musical Intelligence—software that allows to listen, see, break down a score
• Interpersonal—working w/ global community
• Intrapersonal—student directed learning
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Getting Started
• Survey the classroom—laptop, project, Internet access crucial
• Innovative Integration plan
• Examine the curriculum
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Getting Started
• Join social networks
• Follow educational blogs, write your own
• Be aware of safety!