The document discusses the evolution and current state of classrooms concerning technology integration, emphasizing a shift from traditional 'sage on the stage' teaching to a more facilitator-driven approach that enhances student engagement and self-directed learning. It highlights various tools and methods, such as educational technology and mindtools, that can inspire meaningful learning experiences and improve critical thinking skills. Additionally, it advocates for rearranging technology to support contemporary learning needs rather than forcing students and educators to adapt to outdated classroom setups.

1. Today’s
Situation
What do most
classrooms look like?
By Beverley Taylor, PhD
Georgia State University
Georgia On My Line IT 7360
Teachers Integrating Technology into Classrooms

2. Designed
for Sage on
the Stage
Image from One Computer Classroom

3. How did we get here?
 It’s the way
classrooms
have been set
up...
....traditionally.

4. Technology separated
from classroom learning
Images from One Computer Classroom

5. Where do we want to be?
 Using
technology to
enhance the
learning
environment
& motivate
learners

6. It’s happening…SLOWLY
 Classrooms that demonstrate the pedagogy of
teacher as facilitator, not sage on the stage
 Classrooms that use technology to engage
learners in more meaningful, mindful learning
 Classrooms that provide a more situated
learning environment for technology integration,
not separation

7. Technology Advantages
 How can Internet Access , Computers, and
Mobile Devices help to support various
ways of teaching and learning?
– Enhance multi-sensory learning
– Manage small/large group discussions
– Set up cooperative learning activities
– Inspire enlightened self-discovery
– Allow for active, mindful learning
– Develop self-directed learning

8. Educational Technology
 Assessment
• Are students absorbed; engrossed?
• Are students having to think deeply?
• Are students occupied & on task?
• Are students working collaboratively,
creatively, enthusiastically?

9. Substance AND Style
 Educational
 Entertaining not
Distracting
 See, Study, Interact
 Thought Provoking
 Active not Passive

10. Learning
 Transfer occurs when the acquired skill
or knowledge is MINDFULLY and
deliberately analyzed.
• ACTIVE
• CUMULATIVE
• INTEGRATIVE
• REFLECTIVE
• GOAL-DIRECTED

11. Drill & Practice
Examples:
Fun Brain
Fraction Action
Einstein Junior
Math Munchers
School Mom
Mavis Beacon
Teaches Typing
 Repetitive; may be good for
automaticity
 Requires extended use
 Less motivational, particularly
over time
 Must challenge performance
 Cost/Quality Varies

12. Electronic Books
Examples:
Electronic
Reference
Books
Encyclopedias,
Atlases,
Textbooks
Tutorials
Monarch Notes
Great Literature
Plus
 Good for reference, review, and
remediation
 May compliment text
 May increase motivation through
multiple senses
 Numerous titles
 Cost/Quality Varies

13. Edutainment
Examples:
Math Workshop
NFL Math
Endangered
Species
Corporate Climber
Human Body
Explorapedia
Tackle English
 Numerous Titles Available
 Quality/Cost Varies
 Motivational Aspects Vary;
Wanes with Familiarity
 Often Superficial

14. Mindware
Examples:
Sim City, Sim Life,
etc.
Carmen SanDiego
Geometer’s
Sketchpad
Oregon Trail
Tesselmations
WebQuests
 Emphasizes problem solving
 Involves critical thinking
 Allows for multiple strategies
 Requires deeper concentration
 Tends to be more expensive

15. Mindtools
Examples:
Concept
Mapping
Databases
Spreadsheets
Multimedia/
Digital
Storytelling
Microworlds
Student Writing
Center
 Develops complex thinking skills
• Content basic thinking: problem
solving, designing, decision making
• Critical Thinking: analyzing,
evaluating, connecting
• Creative Thinking: synthesizing,
elaborating, imagining
 Constructs knowledge actively

16. Selecting Technology
 Read Reviews
• Educational Magazines
• Internet: Search “Educational
Software”
• Parent Newsletters
 Purchase or Request
Evaluation Copies
 Ask Around – Media
Specialists & Tech Specialists
Examples:
Electronic Learning
T.H.E. Journal
Technology &
Learning
Conferences
Online Technology
for Education
websites

17. Economic Investment
 Start with existing resources
 Expand as teachers learn and embrace
variety of technologies
• Internet Resources & Web 2.0, 3.0…
• Presentation Software
– Traditional Projectors
– Whiteboards
– Mobile Devices
– Websites like Prezi & VoiceThread
• Software & Interactive Devices
• Telecommunicate – Interact Online

18. Recommendation
Rather than rearranging teachers
and learners to use the technology....
....rearrange the technology to
support the way we need to LEARN!

19. Questions & Issues
? ? ?
NEVER STOP LEARNING!
Students AND Teachers are self-
directed lifelong learners!

20. References
 Modeling with Technology: Mindtools for Conceptual
Change (David H. Jonassen). Educational
Technology & Society, 10 (2), 225-227.
 Using Mindtools in Education (2005) t|h|e Journal
04/01/05 Retrieved from
http://thejournal.com/articles/2005/04/01/using-
mindtools-in-education.aspx