TECHNOLOGY IN RELATION TO STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Presenter: Kelsey WelkWest Fargo Public Schools ~ February 21, 2011

Technology….

increases positive attitudes in teachers & students.

increases higher-order thinking skills. increases student test scores. s

erves for helping teachers in their teaching styles.

provides an increasing opportunity for student-centered instruction.

Impact #1…Technology increases positive attitudes in teachers and students.

Increase level of motivation Fewer discipline problems

High Expectations Increase level of motivation

(Southern Regional Education Board)

Continued…

Sivian-Kachala’s Review of the

Research

Students attitudes toward learning and

their own self-concept improved when using

computers

Kulik’s Meta-Anaylsis Study

Computer-based classes are preferred

Students develop more positive

attitudes

Continued…

Positive outcomes when technology is incorporated

into teaching and learning.

Positive outcomes when technology is incorporated

into teaching and learning.

Impact #2…Technology increases higher-order thinking skills.

“Research and evaluation shows that technology can enable the development of critical thinking skills when students

use technology presentation and communication tools to present,

publish, and share results of projects.”(Cradler, 2002)

Impact #3…Technology increases student test scores.

When teachers incorporate computers into their

instruction, students’ test scores increase.

Impact #4…Technology serves for helping teachers in their teaching styles.

Technology Tools

Uses

Talk Board For students who struggle with

communicating

Document Camera

For students who are visually learners and benefit from

modeling

Adapted Mouse For students with motor difficulties

Amplification System

For speech-impaired or hard

of hearing students

“Lesson planning should focus first on content and classroom strategies, then on ways in which

technologies can enhance the lesson.” (Brabec, p. 11)

Impact #5…Technology provides an increasing opportunity for student-centered instruction.

Technology Tools Uses

Word Processors (Word)

Develop a variety of documents

Spreadsheets(Excel)

Organize and arrange data in a neat and

efficient way

Internet and other Search Engines

Allows the capability to search for information

PowerPoint Creating a presentation for a large group

Clicker A device for large group assessment or class

participation

Smart Board Student interaction in teaching and learning

Conclusion…

Technology pertains to student achievement in how it…•increases positive attitudes in both teachers and students.•increases higher-order thinking skills.•increases student test scores.•serves for helping teachers in their teaching styles.•provides an increasing opportunity for student-centered instruction.Questions? Comments?

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