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ETT 229 Lecture Day 3 Prepared by Professor Yamagata-Lynch Why even bother with computer education? Basic skills expectations in the work force are changing--beyond 3Rs include information literacy National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS*S) NETS*T
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ETT 229 Lecture Day 3 Prepared by Professor Yamagata-Lynch
Why even bother with computer education? • Basic skills expectations in the work force are changing--beyond 3Rs include information literacy • National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS*S) • NETS*T
Hurdles of Computer Education • K-12 teachers are overwhelmed • K-12 teachers are not provided enough professional development • Many computer applications do not fit into teaching • College students are under prepared when they arrive to college • Preservice education programs do not sufficiently integrate technology into course work or field work
Computer Statistics • K-12 schools in US had • 125 students per student in 1983 • 5.4 student per computer in 2001 • However, many of these computers are too old to support current software.
How do computers affect student learning? • Supports constructivist learning environments. • Engaged learning, active learning, problem-based learning • The above strategies make learning tasks more authentic and challenging for students. • Constructivist learning environments are endorsed by several professional teaching organizations.
NETS*S • Basic operations and concepts • Social, ethical, and human issues • Technology productivity tools • Technology communications tools • Technology research tools
Standards for Teachers and Administrators • NETS*T • TSSA • Technology Standards for all Illinois Teachers--pretty similar to NETS*S