| Classroom Cool: Training Teachers in Using Technology |
Faced with the challenge of improving student performance, many schools turned to the widespread use of computers and the Internet. The trend has caught many veteran teachers unawares. Now they have to make use of the latest technology, while in their hearts they remain uncomfortable with the new wave. Though hard data is lacking on whether classroom high tech helps students learn, teachers feel the hot breath of urgency to adapt. Veteran teacher and producer Bill Drummond explores the rush to get America's teachers wired. This program is part of our ongoing series on education and technology and is funded in part by the United States Department of Education.
Classroom Cool: Training Teachers in Using Technology was produced by William Drummond. This program is part of our ongoing series on education and technology and is funded in part by the United States Department of Education.
Links:
Tech Learning
Browse the Technology & Learning magazine, events and resources for education technology leaders.
International Society for Technology in Education
Resources to ensure education professionals become technology proficient.
Teaching NOW!
Discover how tomorrow's teachers are being trained to use technology by viewing this ongoing television series online.
Books:
Teachers and Machines: The Classroom Use of Technology since 1920
By Larry Cuban
A historical perspective on teaching with technology.
Integrating Technology in the Classroom: Teachers Discovering Computers
By Gary B. Shelly, Thomas J. Cashman, Randolph E. Gunter, Glenda A. Gunter
A guide to making technology part of the classroom curriculum.
High Tech Heretic: Why Computers Don't Belong in the Classroom
By Clifford Stoll, Siobhan Adcock (Editor)
An analysis of the assumed benefits of a wired classroom.
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