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1. TEACHER PERCEPTION OF THE USEFULNESS OF ONLINE RESOURCES FOR
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, GROWTH, AND SUPPORT; A CASE STUDY
Bryan Artman M.Ed.
University of Houston- Leadership, Design, & Technology
3. Chapter 1 Introduction
Statement of the Problem
• What needs to be studied in further detail is whether and how teachers are
able to access online resources on their own for professional development,
growth, and support?
4. Chapter 1 Introduction
Definition of Terminology
Professional Development: The Improvement of Teacher Skills
Professional Growth: Increasing teacher understanding of their practice and
taking control of their career.
Professional Support: School based induction and mentoring programs.
5. Chapter 1 Introduction
Definition of Terminology
• Instructional Technology: document cameras, teacher and student
computers, smart boards, DVD players, etc.
• Online Resources: social media, blogs, online teacher communities,
YouTube channels, web 2.0 tools, etc.
6. Chapter 1 Introduction
Need for the Study
Teaching is
Hard
Professional
Development
Helps
Teachers
Professional
Development
is Important
Researching
Teacher
Professional
Development
Benefits the
Field
7. Chapter 1 Introduction
Significance of the Study
• Positively Impact Pre-Service Teacher Instruction
• Positively Impact In-Service Teacher Professional Development Practices
8. Chapter 1 Introduction
Research Questions
To what extent are teachers
aware that there are online
resources that they can use
for the purpose of
professional development,
growth, and support?
How do teachers engage in
social media, blogs, online
forums, etc. for the purpose
of professional
development, growth, and
support?
10. Chapter 2 Review of the Literature
University Role in Teacher Technology Integration
• Priorities in Instructional Technology Integration Practices
• University Practices in Instructional Technology Integration
11. Chapter 2 Review of the Literature
Research on Professional Development
• Criticisms
• Calls For Improvement
• Factors and Attitudes That Affect Professional Development Participation
12. Chapter 2 Review of the Literature
The Role of Instructional Technology in Professional Development
• Enhancement of Professional Development Practices
• Instructional Technology Use to Affect Teacher Growth
• Current Professional Development Practices on the use of Instructional
Technology
13. Chapter 2 Review of the Literature
Instructional Technology Integration Practices in the Classroom
• Attitudes and Barriers
• Reports on Teacher Practices
14. Chapter 2 Review of the Literature
Online Communities of Practice
• Teacher Motivation for Participation
• Online Communities of Practice for Teacher Growth and Development