Digital Classroom: How Technology Is Changing the Way We Teach and Learn - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 188343307X ISBN 13: 9781883433079

Publisher: Harvard Education Press, 2000

Synopsis

This book features more than 25 articles and essays that discuss the rewards and challenges of integrating technology into schools, as well as short editorials from technology experts, educators, and cultural critics. Digital technologies are reshaping the way education is practiced, raising many questions: How can we better prepare teachers for the challenges of high-tech classrooms? How can educators tap into the vast resources of the Internet to enhance curriculum? What can be done to close the "digital divide?"

This special report from the Harvard Education Letter features new articles and essays that address these questions and discuss the rewards and challenges of integrating technology into schools. Topics include professional development, equity issues, building a technology program, distance learning, girls and computers, special needs, using technology to teach science, math, reading, and writing, and much more. The Digital Classroom also includes short editorials by technology experts, educators, and cultural critics about the role and impact of technology in schools.

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Edited by David T. Gordon

From the Back Cover

Digital technologies are reshaping the way education is practiced, raising many questions: How can we better prepare teachers for the challenges of high-tech classrooms? How can educators tap into the vast resources of the Internet to enhance curriculum? What can be done to close the "digital divide?"

This special publication from the Harvard Education Letter features all-new articles and essays that address these questions and discuss the impact of new technologies on teaching and learning. Topics include:

• Howard Gardner on technology and multiple intelligences theory
• Innovations to benefit special-needs students
• Using technology to reshape the professional culture of teaching
• How the Internet connects students around the globe
• Myths and realities of digital education
• What the future may hold for high-tech classrooms

In keeping with the Harvard Education Letter s mission, The Digital Classroom offers clear, concise analysis of research and innovative practice in K-12 education. These articles are written in an accessible style and highlight the concerns of practitioners, scholars, policymakers, and parents.

Edited by David T. Gordon

Edition details

• Publisher: Harvard Education Press
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 188343307X
• ISBN 13: 9781883433079
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192
• Editor: Gordon David