Engaging Learners with Digital Devices 

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EngagingLearners with Computers

Select and integrate computer resources into instruction to promote student learning.

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Introduction

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Computer Literacy Skill in using computers

to support learning Strategies and

Approaches Shift from passive to

active learning Constructivist

Learn how to learn Teacher as model Instruction and

engagement Information storage &

retrieval Assessments

Copyright concerns Computer software

Using Digital Devices in the Classroom

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Using Digital Devices in the ClassroomADVANTAGESADVANTAGES

Learner participation Individualization Special needs Monitoring Information

management Multisensory

experiences

LIMITATIONSLIMITATIONS

Copyright High expectations Complex Lack of structure

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ASSURE ModelVariety of

learning styles

Variety of teaching strategies

Align to objectives

Integration

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Integration Supports and extends learning Cooperative learning Problem solving Examples

Databases Spreadsheets Email Interactive software

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Learning Creating Communicating Publishing Presenting

Types of Digital Device Resources

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Types of Digital Device Resources Graphing Calculators

and Spreadsheets Games and

Simulations Problem-solving

Computer-Assisted Instruction Specific knowledge or

skills Computer-managed

Instruction Assists in facilitation of

learning

Information Inquiry, research Databases

Communication Email, audio, images

Word Processing and Desktop Publishing

Creativity Graphics, audio

Presentation Software

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Operating System Underlying software: Mac OS,

Windows, etc. Applications

Specific programs which determine how the user and computer interact: PowerPoint, iMovie, etc.

Software Selection

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Hardware- The physical

equipment that makes up the computer

Computer Hardware

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Computer Hardware Central Processing

Unit (CPU) Memory

Read-only (ROM) Random access (RAM) Removable storage

devices

CD/DVD read/write drives

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Computer Access

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Computer AccessOne-computer

Classroom Creative facilitation Small and large group Learning center Personal secretary

Multiple-computer Classroom Multi-group

Laptop Cart Classroom Shared computers In classroom Wireless Internet

Computer Laboratory Independent work Small groups Easy to monitor Whole group instruction Scheduling may be

difficult

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Demonstrating Professional Knowledge

Describe strategies for and examples of integrating digital devices into the curriculum.

Describe five types of software that might be used in the classroom.

Discuss the advantages and limitations of using technology in learning.

Discuss the differences among a single-device classroom, a multiple-device classroom, technology carts, and technology laboratories in terms of setups and uses.

Describe an appropriate instructional situation for using technology to support student learning. Include the setting, topic, audience, objectives, content of the materials, and rationale for using this media format.

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