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Technology-Enriched Learning Environments : Creating A Classroom Environment For The 21st Century, Megan Lahey
Technology-Enriched Learning Environments : Creating A Classroom Environment For The 21st Century, Megan Lahey
Graduate Research Papers
The purpose of this literature review is to examine technology-enriched learning environments in order to implement proper and effective use – changing the classroom as we know it. The review provides a definition and descriptions of technology-enriched learning environments, research based evidence of how they affect-teachers and students, and three key barriers preventing institutionalization of technology-enriched learning environments. Key search terms include technology-enriched learning environments, academic achievement, curriculum, teacher role, technology infusion, and professional development.
This review concludes that with rapid developments and implementations of technology into the educational setting, educators, administrators and technology leaders need to be provided with …
Barriers Of Technology Integration In Kindergarten Through Fifth Grade, Theressa Northouse
Barriers Of Technology Integration In Kindergarten Through Fifth Grade, Theressa Northouse
Graduate Research Papers
Many teachers understand the benefits of integrating technology in K through 5th grade classrooms, however, technology is not being effectively integrated. The purpose of this review is to identify the barriers of technology integration in kindergarten through 5th grade and discuss ways in which to remove those barriers. This review includes many research articles, books, websites, a blog, and an interview.
For the purposes of this review, the barriers to integration have been divided into two categories: first and second-order barriers. First-order barriers are extrinsic to the teacher and include issues such as lack of time, money, and technical support. …
Technology Integration Within The Elementary Classroom Setting, Krista K. Krebsbach
Technology Integration Within The Elementary Classroom Setting, Krista K. Krebsbach
Graduate Research Papers
The purpose of this paper is to examine technology integration in the elementary classroom setting. Technology is now considered to be an important part of a child's educational experience. Research has determined that students do not learn the same way they did years ago, thus schools are changing their methodologies on how to best serve the 21st century student. However, technology integration can not happen all at once; there are many barriers to technology integration. Some examples would be environmental barriers, curriculum issues, and the personal beliefs of the teachers.
School districts are addressing these problems to ensure that their …