Where does technology fit in?

Technology enables learners to...

Build conceptual understanding of core contentFoster inquiry and investigationEngage in rigorous, relevant learningApply knowledge & skills to interdisciplinary challengesCreate & transform knowledge for meaningful purposesExtend learning &  collaboration beyond classroom wallsDifferentiate instructionConnect with expertsDirect their own learning

Where does educational technology fit in?

• Overhead Projector• Opaque Projector• Film Strip Projector• 16mm Projector• VCR

• Technology • Software • Applications

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Where does educational technology fit in?

Make a posterTake pictures & put in photo albumPainting on an easelLibrary timeCalling on raised hands in classGroup work at desksTelephone

Online digital photo sharingFlipVideo- applications & editingYouTube - User Generated ContentGoogle DocsWikis, Blogs, WebsitesSocial bookmarkingInternet Search - desktop & mobileSkype & Videoconferencing & IMetc...

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