The document discusses increasing technology integration in classrooms. It notes that current technologies used include overhead projectors, computers, the internet, and email. Students report being exposed to technologies but also note ways faculty improperly use technology. The document recommends providing incentives and training for teachers to learn new technologies. It suggests utilizing free internet programs and computer software to enhance lessons. Schools should establish budgets, write grants, and provide after-school computer programs to implement classroom technologies.

1. Increasing technology integration in the classroomBrandon Freel

2. OverviewCurrent technology in useIf it isn’t broke, why fix it?Forms of technology usedImplementing new technology

3. Why Technology, why now?Without the integration of technology in our schools, we are only putting the students at a disadvantage and closing them off from the outside world. “Technology is like a fish. The longer it stays on the shelf, the less desirable it becomes.” – Andrew HellerOnce a new technology rolls over you, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’re part of the road” – Stewart Brand

4. Current technology in useOverhead ProjectorsComputersInternetRegular email communications Assignments with an online resource requirement

5. Student Perception of Technology UseThe GoodStudents reported being exposed to a variety of technologies in their college classroomsThe BadStudents described ways in which faculty members are ineffective in their use of technology.The UglySeveral student responses described faculty members as using technology in order to “hide behind it”.

6. Percentage of students exposed to different types of technology in their college classes

7. Why teachers aren’t using technologyIntimidationStudents know how to use it better than they doLack of preparation No prior knowledge of programsFear of programs not operating

8. Why schools should install technology?>90 percent of all schools are connected to the Internet>33 percent of teachers have Internet access in their classroomsFinancial incentives are a time-tested method of encouraging teachersSchool systems can provide compensation for professional development in technology on weekends or during summersMini-grants can be used to reward teachers who develop innovative uses for classroom technology

9. How to implement technologyPrepare a technology budgetWrite technology grantsOrder, install, and inventory software and hardwareProvide technology in-services for teachers and staffEstablish after school computer programs

10. Coaching Teachers at Different Skill LevelsA school may be home to educators with a wide variety of skill levels in technologyIndividual tutoring, peer coaching, collaboration, networking, and mentoringTeachers learn at different rates Have individual needs when mastering new skillsTechnology training should be flexible yet cover a comprehensive set of skills.

11. Computer TechnologyPowerpointWeb page design programsWiki web pagesEmailVideo chatting

12. Internet Technology SkypeFacebookDiigoOnline homework assignmentsYoutubeBlogs

13. Percentage of teachers who believed selected technologies were essential in their teaching 2000-01

14. SummaryProvide incentives for teachers to use technologyProvide technology in-services for teachers and staffUtilize free programs offered on the internetUtilize computer programs to enhance lessonsEstablish after school computer programs

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