Persuasive Arguement Ed 633

Introduction Increase Access Project Child Technology is Key Adequate Training + Equipment = Success Professional Development Motivate Me! Recommended Percentages It only Takes a Spark Conclusion Bibliography

Presenter: Diana Schroeder

A study was completed over the course of 10 years comparing a control group of students who did not receive an increase in access to technology to a group of students who were part of a project, which involved a computer-integrated instructional program (Project CHILD.)

Positive changes were found in students who were part of Project Child that were not found in students who were not part of Project CHILD, such as:

-Higher test scores -Improved behavior -Improved attendance -Higher grades (Ringstaff, Cathey, Kelley, Loretta 2002)

Teachers who used a constructivist approach reported having fewer classroom management problems, and more engaged learners. (Demirtas, Gulek, 2005).

Technology is a useful asset when teaching with a constructivist approach.

In order for the investment in technology to produce positive results, the teachers who will be integrating technology into the curriculum need to participate in quality training opportunities.

In order to maximize the potential of a technology investment, it is absolutely vital that teachers are adequately trained.

Technology can be a motivating factor when attempting to increase student achievement.

A large study was conducted comparing 2 groups of English Language Learner Students. “Students with routine access to technology learn these basic skills faster and better when they have a chance to practice them using technology, and are more motivated to learn when technology is part of their daily school experience.” (Mag-isa Estoque, 2009).

By making informed decisions regarding technology investments we can expect to see many positive changes in schools.

Gulek, James Cengiz, & Demirtas, Hakan. (2005). Learning With Technology: The Impact of Laptop Use on Student Achievement. Journal of Technology, Learning, and Assessment, 1-39.

Mag-isa Estoque, Cecilia. 2009. The Effectiveness of Telecollaborative Learning Activities on Students' Performance in English. Journal of the Research Center for Educational Technology

Ringstaff, Cathey, Kelley, Loretta. (2002). The Learning Return on Our Educational Technology Investment. West Ed RTEC