Synopses & Reviews
The third edition of Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning introduces teachers to the approaches, methods, and procedures for integrating not only computers but also other media into the curriculum. This concise book provides the basics for becoming a knowledgeable educator in the 21st century: understanding the foundations of learning and technology; planning technology/media-supported learning experiences, integrating technology and media meaningfully into the curriculum, and ensuring the success of technology/media-supported lessons.
Synopsis
This book successfully integrates instructional design principles, methods, media, and computing, and it uses a learner-centered approach that focuses on how to design solid technology-enhanced instruction that increases learning. It details the basic theories and applications of educational technology in a reader-engaging format. Includes a new chapter, "Using the Internet and "Distance Education, which is particularly timely given the explosion of on-line technology. For educators and school administrators
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 301-304) and indexes.
Table of Contents
SECTION I Introduction to Learning and Technology
Chapter 1 Introduction to Learning and Technology
Chapter 2 Theory Into Application
Chapter 3 Computers and Computer Tools for Teaching and Learning
SECTION II Planning the Technology-Supported Learning Experience
Chapter 4 Technology and Instructional Situations: Understanding Learners, Learning Objectives, and Learning Environments
Chapter 5 Technology and Instructional Planning: Identifying the Plan's Key Activities
Chapter 6 Technology and Instructional Methods: Identifying Ways to Involve Learners
Chapter 7 Instructional Media: Involving Multiple Senses of Learners
Chapter 8 Technology and Instructional Materials
SECTION III Meaningful Integration of Technology
Chapter 9 Integration of Computers to Support Learning
Chapter 10 Integration of the Internet to Support Learning
Chapter 11 Integration of Distance Education to Support Learning
SECTION IV Ensuring the Successful Technology-Supported Learning Experience
Chapter 12 Evaluation of Students and Materials
SECTION V Technology and Learning Today and Tomorrow
Chapter 13 Issues in Integrating Technology
Chapter 14 Trends in Educational Technology
APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
GLOSSARY
REFERENCES
INDEX