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ISTE National Educational Technology Standards and Performance Indicators for Teachers, i
Copyright, iv
Preface, xix
Dear Teacher, xxv
1. Rethinking Computers and Instruction, 1
Key Topics, 1
Getting Started, 2
Reflecting on What I Know, 3
Classroom Snapshot, 3
Preparing Students for the 21st Century, 4
21st-Century Knowledge and Skills, 4
National Educational Technology Standards for Students, 6
Linking Educational Reform and Technology, 8
Moving from Teacher-Centered to Student-Centered Instruction, 9
Creating Open-Ended Learning Environments, 11
Achieving Collaborative Learning, 13
The NTeQ Model, 15
NTeQ Philosophy, 15
NTeQ and the Teacher, 16
NTeQ and the Student, 19
NTeQ and the Computer, 20
NTeQ and the Lesson, 21
NTeQ and the Standards, 22
How Do Teachers Create Standards-Based NTeQ Lessons?, 23
Summary, 23
Teacher Technology FAQ, 23
Technology Integration Activities, 24
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 24
2. NTeQ: Designing an Integrated Lesson, 26
Key Topics, 26
Getting Started, 27
Reflecting on What I Know, 27
Classroom Snapshot, 27
Designing an Integrated Lesson with the NTeQ Model, 28
Specifying Objectives, 30
Matching Objectives to Computer Functions, 33
Specifying a Problem, 34
Research and Analysis, 38
Planning the Results Presentation, 42
The Teacher’s Diary, 44
Activities during Computer Use, 45
Activities before Computer Use, 47
Activities after Computer Use, 49
Supporting Activities, 50
Assessment, 53
Summary, 54
Teacher Technology FAQ, 54
Technology Integration Activities, 55
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 55
3. Digital Tools in Today’s Classrooms, 57
Key Topics, 57
Getting Started, 58
Reflecting on What I Know, 58
Classroom Snapshot, 58
Using Digital Tools in the Classroom, 59
Four Digital Tool Categories, 59
Platform, 60
Connectivity, 62
Device Software, 62
File Format, 63
Computers, 63
Desktop Components, 65
All-in-One Desktops, 65
Laptops, 66
Computer Pros and Cons, 66
Mobile Devices, 67
Digital Media Players/Recorders, 67
Digital Cameras, 69
e-Book Readers, 70
GPS Navigation Receivers, 71
Graphing Calculators, 72
PDAs (Personal Data Assistants), 72
Personal Response Systems, 73
Mobile Device Pros and Cons, 74
Peripherals, 76
Audio Devices, 76
Interactive Whiteboards, 77
Printers, 79
Projectors, 79
Scanners, 81
Science Probes, 82
Webcams, 83
Peripherals Pros and Cons, 85
Data Storage Devices, 85
External Hard Drives, 86
Flash Drives, 86
Storage Cards, 87
Digital Storage Pros and Cons, 87
Summary, 88
Teacher Technology FAQ, 88
Technology Integration Activities, 89
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 89
4. Computer Software in Today’s Classrooms, 91
Key Topics, 91
Getting Started, 92
Reflecting on What I Know, 92
Classroom Snapshot, 92
Software Categories, 93
Productivity Software, 93
Word Processing, 94
Spreadsheets, 95
Presentation Software, 95
Databases, 97
Graphic Organizers, 97
Graphics Software, 98
Digital Audio Editing, 100
Digital Video Editing, 100
Multimedia Authoring Software, 101
Research Software, 101
Browsers, 102
Search Engines, 103
Plug-Ins, 103
Communication Software, 103
Asynchronous Digital Communication Software, 104
Synchronous Digital Communication Software, 107
Problem-Solving Software, 109
Games, 110
Simulations, 110
Educational Software, 112
Drill and Practice, 114
The Teacher’s Diary, 114
Tutorials, 115
Integrated Learning Systems, 115
Process Tools, 116
Testing Software, 119
Summary, 119
Teacher Technology FAQ, 119
Technology Integration Activities, 120
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 120
5. Think Sheets: Using Technology for Higher-Order Learning, 122
Key Topics, 122
Getting Started, 123
Reflecting on What I Know, 123
Classroom Snapshot, 123
The Self-Regulated Learner, 124
What Is Self-Regulation?, 125
Strategies for Self-Regulation, 127
Using Think Sheets for Higher-Order Learning, 128
Three Types of Think Sheets, 128
Components of Think Sheets, 133
Implementing the NTeQ Problem-Solving Process, 133
Define the Problem, 134
Identify What Is Known about the Problem, 136
The Teacher’s Diary, 136
Identify What Needs to Be Known to Solve the Problem, 138
Identify Data to Collect to Solve the Problem, 138
Determine How to Analyze the Data to Solve the Problem, 139
Generate Possible Solutions, 139
Determine How to Evaluate Each Solution, 140
Select the Best Solution, 140
Present Findings, 140
Summary, 141
Teacher Technology FAQ, 141
Technology Integration Activities, 142
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 142
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 143
6. Exploring the World Wide Web in the Classroom, 145
Key Topics, 145
Getting Started, 146
Reflecting on What I Know, 146
Classroom Snapshot, 147
The Internet, 147
Using the Web to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students, 149
Students Using the Web as a Tool, 149
The Web as an Information Source, 149
The Web as a Collaboration Tool, 152
The Web as a Communication Tool, 154
Teachers Using the Web as a Tool, 157
Content Management, 157
Connecting with Parents and the Community, 159
Professional Development, 161
Appropriate Practices for the Web, 161
District Policies, 161
Classroom Policies, 163
Copyright Issues, 164
Using the Internet with an NTeQ Lesson, 166
Summary, 167
Teacher Technology FAQ, 168
Technology Integration Activities, 169
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 169
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 170
7. Word Processing, 172
Key Topics, 172
Getting Started, 173
Reflecting on What I Know, 173
Classroom Snapshot, 173
Examining Word Processing, 174
Basic Functions, 175
Word Processing in the Classroom, 179
Using Word Processing to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students, 180
The Teacher’s Diary, 183
Planning an NTeQ Lesson Using Word Processing, 184
The NTeQ Lesson, 184
Specifying the Instructional Objectives, 185
Matching the Objective to Computer Functions, 185
Specifying a Problem, 188
Research and Analysis, 189
Results Presentation, 189
Planning Computer Activities, 190
Supporting Activities, 194
Assessment, 194
Summary, 196
Teacher Technology FAQ, 196
Technology Integration Activities, 197
Lesson Bytes for Word Processing, 197
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 199
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 200
8. Spreadsheets, 203
Key Topics, 203
Getting Started, 204
Reflecting on What I Know, 204
Classroom Snapshot, 204
Examining Spreadsheets, 205
Basic Functions, 205
The Teacher’s Diary, 206
Summary of Spreadsheet Functions, 211
Spreadsheets in the Classroom, 213
Using Spreadsheets to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students, 213
Using Spreadsheets for Learning, 214
Planning an NTeQ Lesson for Spreadsheets, 219
The NTeQ Lesson, 219
Matching the Objective to Computer Functions, 219
Research and Analysis, 222
Results Presentation, 224
Planning Computer Activities, 224
Assessment, 226
Summary, 226
Teacher Technology FAQ, 227
Technology Integration Activities, 228
Lesson Bytes for Spreadsheets, 228
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 229
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 231
9. Integrating Multimedia as a Tool, 233
Key Topics, 233
Getting Started, 234
Reflecting on What I Know, 234
Classroom Snapshot, 234
Examining Multimedia, 235
Basic Functions, 235
Summary, 243
The Teacher’s Diary, 243
Multimedia in the Classroom, 244
Using Multimedia to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students, 245
Planning an NTeQ Lesson for Multimedia, 246
The NTeQ Lesson, 249
Summary, 252
Teacher Technology FAQ, 252
Technology Integration Activities, 252
Lesson Bytes for Multimedia, 253
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 254
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 254
10. Graphic Organizers, 256
Key Topics, 256
Getting Started, 257
Reflecting on What I Know, 257
Classroom Snapshot, 257
Examining Graphic Organizers, 258
Basic Functions, 259
Graphic Organizers in the Classroom, 261
Using Graphic Organizers to Achieve ISTE NETS for Students, 265
Planning an NTeQ Lesson for Graphic Organizers, 266
The NTeQ Lesson, 269
Computer Functions, 269
Research and Analysis, 270
Results Presentation, 270
Planning Computer Activities, 271
Assessment, 274
Summary, 274
Teacher Technology FAQ, 274
Technology Integration Activities, 275
Lesson Bytes for Graphic Organizers, 275
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 276
NTeQ Lesson Plan, 277
11. Integrating Problem-Solving and Educational Software, 281
Key Topics, 281
Getting Started, 282
Reflecting on What I Know, 282
Classroom Snapshot, 282
Choosing the Right Software, 283
Benefits of Problem-Solving Software, 284
Benefits of Educational Software, 284
Software Evaluation, 286
Software Evaluation Criteria, 286
Software Reviews, 288
Teacher-Conducted Software Evaluation, 288
Planning an NTeQ Lesson for Problem-Solving and Educational Software, 291
Six Key Components, 292
Computer Functions, 292
Research and Analysis, 296
Results Presentation, 296
The Teacher’s Diary, 297
Planning Computer Activities, 297
Meaningful Integration of Educational Software, 298
Summary, 299
Teacher Technology FAQ, 299
Technology Integration Activities, 300
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 300
12. Teacher, Technology, and the Classroom, 302
Key Topics, 302
Getting Started, 303
Reflecting on What I Know, 303
Classroom Snapshot, 303
The Technologically Competent Teacher, 304
National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T), 305
Preparing to Implement Technology Integration Lessons, 307
The Teacher’s Diary, 308
Preparing Handouts, 309
Preparing Technology, 313
Managing Student Use of Computers, 316
The Teacher’s Diary, 317
Managing the Classroom Environment, 318
Managing the Rotation, 318
Managing Student Activities, 321
Managing the Resources, 327
The Teacher’s Diary, 327
Computer Care, 329
Summary, 330
Teacher Technology FAQ, 331
Technology Integration Activities, 332
NTeQ Portfolio Activities, 332
Appendix, 333
References, 336
Index, 346
Credits, 357

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