technology integration donald h. davis director, instructional technology and media services ddavis
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Technology Integration
Donald H. DavisDirector, Instructional Technology and Media Serviceshttp://www.apu.edu/~ddavis
Today’s Presentation
• Trends• SMART Classroom• Tools• Keys for Effective Use• Integration Philosophies
Trends
• Collaboration• “Distance Education” -
– Any where, Any time
• Integration of Technology / Curriculum
• Focus on Real-World, Multicultural, Global Experiences
• Development of Perpetual Learners
What is a SMART Classroom
• A Classroom with the following Equipment:– A Computer– A DATA / Video Projector– A VCR– Overhead– Screen
• Connection to the Campus Network:– Internet Searching / Library Information– Moving of Files
Other Components
• Phone/Modem Capability
• ISDN Lines for DE Classes
• Video /Audio Linksto Video Control Room
• CATV Connections
• Connecting Laptops• Other Devices
– Document Camera– Laser Disk Player
• Lights• Screen
Software
• Microsoft Office 97• SPSS• Netscape and IE• Internet Tools - FTP, Telnet, Plugins
Tools
• CD-ROM• E-Mail• Newsgroups• Web Pages• Chat• Instant Messenger• GroupWare• APU Online
Keys for Effective Use
• Adequate Time for planning, development and implementation of effective learning activities.
• Collaboration with peers and experts.
• Individual/Team Specific Development Activities.
• Organizational Accountability.
Integration Philosophies
• Curriculum should not be constrained by technology
• Technology is to be transparent, flexible, and reliable
• Technology supports curriculum. Changes in programs are curriculum driven not technology driven. The relationship between curriculum and technology must be a parallel process.
The Key Question Is:
Do We Have
Technology in Search of Instruction
or
Instruction in Search of Technology