Arizona Science Teacher AssociationTranslating Science in the 21st Century

Computer based science projects involving Podcasting, Wikis, and Virtual

Laboratory

21st Century Learning in the Classroom

• Learning IN the 21st Century– Current tools, media, technology

• Learning FOR the 21st Century– Critical thinking– Applying knowledge– Participating productively

Technology in the Science classroom

• Computer-Based Instruction technique– Examples:• Tutorials• Drill and Practice• Simulations• Educational Games

Provided as a supplement to classroom education

Benefits of Computer-Based Instruction

• Creates student interest and a learning centered-atmosphere

• Increases student motivation• Students can progress at their own pace– Individual learning

• Provides immediate feedback

Virtual Laboratory

• Cost efficient• Enables students to apply concepts in their

daily lives

My Future Research

• Does the implementation of Computer-Based Instruction increase the content retention of English Language Learners.

• Based on:– Audio-visual learning– Immediate feedback– Meta-cognitive skills• Language not a barrier

Sources online: OnlineLabs.in

Subjects:

• Chemistry• Physics• Biology• Anatomy• Geology• Astronomy• Design• Math

www.getbodysmart.com

Anatomy

Educational Games

• Interactive• Students are interested• Application of knowledge

Partnership for Biotechnology and Genomics Education (PBGE)pbge.ucdavis.edu

Currently Available Software

• Virtual DNA Fingerprinting Laboratory 3.0• Virtual Plant Biotechnology and Genomics 2.0• Legacy Software-Germ Wars

All virtual laboratories are available to download for free

DNA Fingerprinting

21st Century Computer Based Instruction in the Science Classroom

• Using current technologies• Increasing critical thinking• Applying knowledge

Thank you