ed 633 technology in schools
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TECHNOLOGY:The Greatest Return
for your Investment!
Agenda Student Engagement
Core Subject Academic and Assessment Growth
Higher Level Thinking Skills
Workforce Preparation
Student Engagement
Students have a more
positive attitude to
attend school when
their classes include
computer based
technology (Schacter).
Increased engagement
with technology
empowers students to
become more self-
sufficient, needing less
teacher assistance to be
successful.
Student Engagement (cont.)
Before Tech
After Tech
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
66%80%
Across the nation schools that fully integrated technology into their curriculum saw a 14% increase in graduation rates.
Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth
In English Language Arts and Social Studies, teachers report observing significant change in student skills and knowledge acquired after their first multimedia project (Burchett, Cradler, Freeman, McNabb).
1. Research Skills2. Ability to apply
learning to real world situations.
3. Organizational Skills4. Interest in the content
Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth (cont.)
1990 1994 19970%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
50%
58%64%
Percentile Scores on Standardized Tests
Over a 7 year longitudinal study, students who were educated using computer-based instruction saw scores on standardized tests increase by 14% (Schacter).
Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth (cont.)
Used Word processing
skills
Created detailed charts
and presentations
with technology
12th Graders scored much
higher on NAEP History
assessments when they:
Became efficient at
Excel spreadsheets for projects
Higher Level Thinking Skills
Analysis
Evaluation
Synthesis
Teachers will have the ability to assign research papers to students and take for granted that students will use these computers in a variety of ways to crate a complete educational experience (Wenglinsky).
Higher Level Thinking Skills (cont.)
In a nationwide study of 8th graders the
control group without
technology based instruction
maintained grade level equivalency!
The experimental group with
technology based instruction saw
higher order thinking gains in
math up to 15 weeks above
grade level!
Workforce Preparation
96%
4%
2008 Study by the Pew Research Center
Jobs that require in-ternet, email, cell phone, or basic computer skills Jobs that don’t require use of any technology
Workforce PreparationAs students learn to use
technology to find creative solutions to complex
problems they learn the skills that CEO’s of major
companies are looking for in their employees.
As students learn to apply technology in research,
design graphs, and analyze data they learn many skills needed in health related
professions.When Students learn
technology applications they learn many of the basic skills
needed for entry level employment.
Conclusion
Professional References:
Burchett, R., Cradler, J., Freeman, M., &McNabb, M. (2002). How Does Technology Influence Student Learning? Learning & Leading with Technology, 29 (8), 47-49, 56.
Harvey-Woodall, A. (2009). “Integrating Technology into the Classroom: How Does It Impact Student Achievement?” Retrieved September 9, 2011 from http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/recordDetail?accno=ED505984.
Nagel, D. (2009). Study Ties Student Achievement to Technology Integration. The Journal, Maryland: SETDA.
Schacter, J. (1999). The Impact of Education Technology on Student Achievement. The Miliken Exchange of Educational Technology. California: Miliken Family Foundation.
Wenglinsky, H. (2005-2006). Technology and Achievement: The Bottom Line. Learning in the Digital Age, 63 (4), 29-32.
The incorporation of technology in schools will allow educators the opportunity to advance students to new
levels. One can’t argue with the results: increased student engagement, higher assessment scores, problem solving skills above current grade levels, and preparation
for 21st century professions.ITS TIME TO GET THE GREATEST RETURN FOR OUR
INVESTMENT!