Part 1 Introduction and Background on Integrating Technology in Education
Chapter 1 Educational Technology in Context: The Big Picture
Technology Integration: Then and Now
Introduction: Why Do We Need the Big Picture?
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Chapter 2 Foundations of Effective Technology Integration: Theory and Practice
A Tale of Two Technology Integration Strategies: Which Strategy Works Best?
Learning Theories as Bases for Integration Models
A Technology Integration Planning Model for Teachers
When Technology Works Best: Essential Conditions for Technology Integration
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Part II Integrating Software and Media Tutors and Tools into Teaching and Learning
Chapter 3 Teaching with Instructional Software
Technology Integration Example: The Alien Rescue Project
What is Instructional Software?
Drill and Practice Software Functions
Tutorial Activities
Simulation Activities
Instructional Game Activities
Problem-solving Activities
Integrated Learning Systems (ILS)
A Summary of Instructional Software Integration Strategies
Evaluating and Selecting Instructional Software
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Chapter 4 Teaching with the Three Basic Software Tools: Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Database Programs
Technology Integration Example: Money Management with Spreadsheets: Can You Afford Your Dream Car?
Introduction to the basic three software tools
Using Word Processing Software in Teaching and Learning
Using Spreadsheet Software in Teaching and Learning
Using Database Software in Teaching and Learning
A Summary of Instructional Software Integration Strategies
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Chapter 5 Teaching with Software: Beyond the Basic Programs
Technology Integration Example: A Desktop-Published Literary Anthology
Introduction to Other Software Tools
Using Materials Generators
Using Data Collection and Analysis Tools
Using Graphics Tools
Using Planning and Organizing tools
Using Research and Reference Tools
Using Tools to Support Specific Content Areas
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Chapter 6 Teaching with Multimedia and Hypermedia Tools
Technology Integration Example: Interactive Multimedia Storybooks
Introduction to Multimedia and Hypermedia
Commercial Hypermedia Software Packages
Introduction to Multimedia/Hypermedia Authoring
Authoring Tools Type 1: Presentation Software
Authoring Tools Type 2: Video Production and Editing Systems
Authoring Tools Type 3: Hypermedia Software
Multimedia Authoring Tools Type #4: Virtual Reality (VR) and Other Immersion Tools
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Part III Linking to Learn: Principles and Strategies
Chapter 7 Introducing the Internet and Other Distance Learning Tools
Technology Integration Example: A Research Paper Website
Background on Distance Education
Introducing the Internet
Communicating on the Internet
Offering Courses and Programs with Distance Technologies
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Chapter 8 Integrating the Internet into the Curriculum
Technology Integration Example:American Presidency Webquest
Background on web-based learning activities
Resources for Web Page and Web Site Development
Procedures for Developing and Evaluating Web Pages and Web Sites
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Part IV Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum
Chapter 9 Technology in English and the Language Arts
Technology Integration Example: Classroom Revolutions
Introduction
Issues and problems in English and language arts instruction
Technology integration strategies for English and language arts instruction
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Chapter 10 Technology in Foreign Language and ESOL Instruction
Technology Integration Example: A Discussion Board en Francais
Issues and problems in ELL and foreign language instruction
Technology integration strategies for ELL and foreign language instruction
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Chapter 11 Technology in Mathematics and Science Instruction
Technology Integration Example: Hot and Cold Data!
Introduction
Issues and problems in mathematics education
Technology integration strategies for mathematics education
Useful web sites for mathematics instruction
Issues and problems in science education
Technology integration strategies for science education
Useful web sites for science instruction
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Chapter 12 Technology in Social Studies Instruction
Technology Integration Example: Studying Our Past, Mapping Our Future
Introduction
Issues and problems in social studies education
Technology integration strategies for social studies
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Chapter 13 Technology in Art and Music Instruction
Technology Integration Example: The Fine Art of Electronic Portfolios
Introduction: The arts in the Information Age
Issues and problems in music education
Technology integration strategies for music education
Issues and problems in art education
Technology integration strategies for art education
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Chapter 14 Technology in Physical Education and Health Education
Technology Integration Example: Personal Fitness Plans You Can Live With
Introduction
Issues and problems in Physical Education and Health Education
Technology integration strategies for physical education and health education
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Chapter 15 Technology in Special Education
Technology Integration Example: Helping Students with Disabilities Blend In
Introduction
Issues and problems in special education
Technology integration strategies for special education
Final tips for teachers
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