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Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom

by: Morrison, Gary R.; Lowther, Deborah L.; Demeulle, Lisa

Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom

by: Morrison, Gary R.; Lowther, Deborah L.; Demeulle, Lisa

ISBN 13:
9780132700009
ISBN 10:
013270000X
Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 09/01/1998
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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This book presents a rationale and teaching model for integrating computer technology into the curriculum. It addresses a variety of computer software applications, presents real examples of how to integrate technology into the classroom, and focuses on how the computer can be used as a tool for teachers.

CHAPTER 1 RETHINKING COMPUTERS AND INSTRUCTION

(18)

Key Topics

(1)

Conception of Technology

(3)

The Use of Computers in Schools

(2)

The Use of Computers in Business

(1)

Educational Reform and Technology

(9)

Constructivism

(1)

Open-Ended Learning Environments

(2)

Learning Context

(1)

Collaborative Learning

(5)

Starting the Revolution

(2)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

(1)

References

(3)

CHAPTER 2 INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY FOR INQUIRY: THE NTEQ MODEL

(18)

Key Topics

(1)

NTeQ in the Classroom

(3)

NTeQ in Philosophy

(10)

NTeQ and the Teacher

(4)

NTeQ and the Student

(2)

NTeQ and the Computer

(1)

NTeQ and the Lesson

(1)

NTeQ and the Multidimensional Environment

(2)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

(3)

Questions Teachers Ask

(3)

References

(1)

CHAPTER 3 TEACHER AS DESIGNER

(24)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

(1)

Key Topics

(1)

Designing an Integrated Lesson

(21)

Specifying Objectives

(4)

Matching Objectives to Computer Functions

(1)

Specifying a Problem

(3)

Planning the Data Manipulation

(3)

Planning the Results Presentation

(4)

Planning the Activities While Using the Computer

(1)

Planning the Activities Prior to Using the Computer

(1)

Planning the Activities After Using the Computer

(2)

Planning the Supporting Activities

(1)

Planning the Assessment

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

NTeQ Model

(1)

References

(1)

CHAPTER 4 TEACHER AS FACILITATOR

(16)

Key Topics

Negotiating the Curriculum

(4)

Four Stages of Negotiating the Curriculum

(3)

Negotiating the Curriculum and NTeQ

(1)

Group Learning

(4)

Classroom Environment

(1)

Creating a Culture of Collaboration

(1)

Establishing Groups

(1)

Principles of Cooperative Learning

(2)

Questioning Strategies

(4)

Higher and Lower Level Questions

(1)

Convergent and Divergent Questions

(1)

Techniques of Questioning

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

(1)

References

(2)

CHAPTER 5 MANAGING THE CLASSROOM

(24)

Key Topics

(1)

Classroom Management

(4)

Classroom Environment

(1)

Changes Over Time

(1)

Managing the Multidimensional Environment

(10)

Managing the Rotation

(3)

Managing Student Activities

(7)

Managing the Resources

(3)

Student Disks

(1)

Software and CD-ROMs

(1)

Printing Supplies

(1)

Desktop Management

(1)

Computer Care

(1)

Managing the Internet

(3)

Supervision and Guidance

(1)

Acceptable Use Policies

(1)

Filters

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

(1)

References

(3)

CHAPTER 6 ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF DIVERSE LEARNERS

101

(22)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

101

(1)

Key Topics

101

(1)

Adapting the Learning Environment

102

(8)

Student Learning Variables

102

(1)

Determining Student Learning Preferences

103

(4)

Changing the Learning Environment

107

(3)

Adapting to the Needs of the Multicultural Classroom

110

(1)

Assistive Technology for Learners with Special Needs

111

(8)

Computer Access for Persons with Disabilities

112

(1)

Adapting the Computer for Persons with Sensory Impairments

113

(2)

Adapting the Computer for Persons with Motor Impairments

115

(3)

Other Environmental Considerations for Persons with Disabilities

118

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

119

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

119

(1)

Resources

120

(1)

References

121

(2)

CHAPTER 7 WORD PROCESSING

123

(30)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

123

(1)

Key Topics

123

(1)

Using Word Processing in the Classroom

124

(5)

Ease of Use

124

(1)

Refinement of Work

124

(2)

Creativity and Personalization of Work

126

(1)

Equity in Final Products

127

(1)

Workforce Tool

128

(1)

Examining Word Processing

129

(9)

Basic Components

129

(1)

Editing

130

(1)

Formatting

130

(5)

Inserting

135

(2)

Tools

137

(1)

Designing an Integrated Lesson

138

(9)

Specifying the Instructional Objective

138

(1)

Matching Objective to Computer Functions

139

(1)

Specifying a Problem

139

(1)

Manipulating Data

140

(1)

Presenting Results

140

(1)

Multidimensional Activities

141

(6)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

147

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

147

(1)

NTeQ Lesson Plan

148

(2)

Lesson Bytes for Word Processing

150

(1)

Resources

151

(1)

Word Processing Tutorials

151

(1)

Word Processing in the Classroom

151

(1)

References

151

(2)

CHAPTER 8 SPREADSHEETS AS A LEARNING TOOL

153

(26)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

153

(1)

Key Topics

153

(1)

Spreadsheets in the Classroom

154

(5)

Using Spreadsheets for Learning

154

(5)

Spreadsheets as Tools

159

(1)

Examining the Spreadsheet

159

(9)

Basic Components

160

(1)

Entering Information

160

(3)

Creating Calculations

163

(2)

Creating Charts

165

(3)

Designing an Integrated Lesson with a Spreadsheet

168

(6)

Matching the Objective to Computer Functions

168

(2)

Identifying the Problem

170

(1)

Data Manipulation

171

(1)

Results Presentation

171

(1)

Multidimensional Activities

171

(3)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

174

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

174

(1)

NTeQ Lesson Plan

175

(2)

Lesson Bytes for Spreadsheets

177

(1)

References

178

(1)

CHAPTER 9 DATABASES

179

(26)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

179

(1)

Key Topics

179

(1)

Databases in the Classroom

180

(4)

Ease of Use

180

(3)

Engagement in Critical Thinking

183

(1)

Common Tool

184

(1)

Examining Databases

184

(7)

Basic Components

184

(1)

Defining Fields

185

(2)

Entering Information

187

(2)

Creating New Layouts

189

(1)

Reports

190

(1)

Designing and Integrated Lessons Using Databases

191

(8)

Specifying the Instructional Objective

191

(1)

Matching the Objective to Computer Functions

191

(1)

Specifying a Problem for Students to Solve

192

(1)

Data Manipulation

192

(2)

Results Presentation

194

(1)

Multidimensional Activities

194

(5)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

199

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

199

(1)

NTeQ Lesson Plan

199

(2)

Lesson Bytes for Databases

201

(1)

Resources

202

(1)

Database Tutorials

202

(1)

Databases in the Classroom

202

(1)

References

203

(2)

CHAPTER 10 DRAWING

205

(24)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

205

(1)

Key Topics

205

(1)

Using Pictures and Graphics for Instruction

206

(1)

Painting and Drawing Documents

206

(2)

Objects versus Pixels

206

(1)

Making the Choice

207

(1)

Drawing Objects

208

(10)

Drawing Tools

208

(2)

Manipulating Objects

210

(8)

Painting

218

(5)

Painting Tools

218

(1)

Transforming Objects

218

(5)

Integrating Drawing and Painting into a Lesson

223

(3)

Map Reading

223

(2)

Creating Graphics and Computer Manipulatives

225

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

226

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

226

(1)

References

227

(2)

CHAPTER 11 PUBLISHING TOOLS

229

(40)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

229

(1)

Key Topics

229

(1)

Why Publish?

230

(1)

Creating Basic Reports

230

(11)

Basic Layout

230

(5)

Rules

235

(1)

Headers and Footers

236

(2)

Using Pictures and Graphics

238

(3)

Books and Newsletters

241

(7)

Books

242

(3)

Newsletters

245

(3)

Multimedia Presentations

248

(10)

Electronic Slide Shows

248

(5)

Hypermedia Presentations

253

(5)

Creating Web Pages

258

(8)

Web Page Terminology

259

(3)

Creating a Web Page

262

(2)

Design Considerations

264

(2)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

266

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

266

(1)

NTeQ Model

267

(1)

Jump Start

267

Resources

268

(1)

HTML Style Manuals

268

(1)

Tutorials

268

(1)

Advanced HTML Information

268

(1)

References

268

(1)

CHAPTER 12 THE INTERNET IN THE CLASSROOM

269

(32)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

269

(1)

Key Topics

269

(1)

Internet Components

270

(10)

The World Wide Web

270

(3)

FTPs

273

(1)

Gophers

273

(1)

E-mail

274

(2)

Listservs

276

(1)

Newsgroups

277

(1)

Chat Forums

278

(2)

Integrating the Internet into the Curriculum

280

(2)

The Internet as an Information Source

282

(5)

Curriculum Guides for Teachers

282

(1)

Information for Students

283

(1)

Downloading Files

284

(1)

285

(2)

The Internet for Collaboration

287

(4)

Connecting with the Community

287

(1)

Connecting with Other Schools

288

(1)

Connecting with Experts

289

(1)

Connecting with the World at Large

290

(1)

The Internet for Publishing

291

(5)

School Web Pages

291

(1)

Student Publications

292

(4)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

296

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

296

(1)

Jump Start

297

(1)

Internet Resources

297

Teacher Resources

298

(1)

Student Resources

298

(1)

Language Arts

298

(1)

Science

298

(1)

Math

298

(1)

Social Studies

298

(1)

Arts

299

At the Classroom's Doorstep

296

Questions Teachers Ask

296

Lesson Bytes

297

References

299

CHAPTER 13 SEARCHING FOR INFORMATION

301

(24)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

301

(1)

Key Topics

301

(1)

Scenario: Fourth Grade Collaborative Science Project

302

(1)

Determining Information Needs

302

(3)

Factors Influencing Data Collection

302

(1)

Information Necessary to Solve Problem

303

(2)

Developing a Search Strategy

305

(13)

Search Plans

306

(1)

Choosing an Internet Search Tool

307

(11)

Conducting and Documenting the Search

318

(4)

Search Logs

318

(1)

Search Terms

319

(1)

Unsuccessful Searches

320

(1)

Assessing the Quality of Retrieved Information

321

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

322

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

322

(1)

References

323

(2)

CHAPTER 14 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

325

(22)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

325

(1)

Key Topics

325

(1)

Computer-Generated Teaching Materials

326

(13)

Multimedia Presentations

326

(2)

Creating Audio-Tutorial Materials

328

(2)

Personalized Worksheets

330

(5)

Classroom Printed Materials

335

(4)

Educational Software

339

(5)

Types of Educational Software

339

(2)

Software Evaluation

341

(3)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

344

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

344

(1)

References

345

(2)

CHAPTER 15 COMPUTERS AS A TOOL FOR TEACHERS

347

(20)

Computer Skills Used in This Chapter

347

(1)

Key Topics

347

(1)

Computers for Classroom Management

348

(8)

Electronic Gradebooks

348

(4)

Lesson Plans

352

(1)

Student Groups

352

(3)

Seating Charts

355

(1)

Communication with Parents

356

(5)

Mail Merge Letters

356

(4)

Newsletters

360

(1)

Web Pages

361

(1)

Classroom Materials

361

(3)

Name Tags and Folder Labels

361

(2)

Coupons

363

(1)

Certificates

364

(1)

At the Classroom's Doorstep

364

(1)

Questions Teachers Ask

364

(1)

References

365

(2)

APPENDIX LEARNING TASKS AND COMPUTER FUNCTIONS

367

(4)

INDEX

371

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