Technology Integration

Donald H. DavisDirector, Instructional Technology and Media Serviceshttp://www.apu.edu/~ddavis

Today’s Presentation

• Trends• SMART Classroom• Tools• Keys for Effective Use• Integration Philosophies

Trends

• Collaboration• “Distance Education” -

– Any where, Any time

• Integration of Technology / Curriculum

• Focus on Real-World, Multicultural, Global Experiences

• Development of Perpetual Learners

What is a SMART Classroom

• A Classroom with the following Equipment:– A Computer– A DATA / Video Projector– A VCR– Overhead– Screen

• Connection to the Campus Network:– Internet Searching / Library Information– Moving of Files

Other Components

• Phone/Modem Capability

• ISDN Lines for DE Classes

• Video /Audio Linksto Video Control Room

• CATV Connections

• Connecting Laptops• Other Devices

– Document Camera– Laser Disk Player

• Lights• Screen

Software

• Microsoft Office 97• SPSS• Netscape and IE• Internet Tools - FTP, Telnet, Plugins

Tools

• CD-ROM• E-Mail• Newsgroups• Web Pages• Chat• Instant Messenger• GroupWare• APU Online

Keys for Effective Use

• Adequate Time for planning, development and implementation of effective learning activities.

• Collaboration with peers and experts.

• Individual/Team Specific Development Activities.

• Organizational Accountability.

Integration Philosophies

• Curriculum should not be constrained by technology

• Technology is to be transparent, flexible, and reliable

• Technology supports curriculum. Changes in programs are curriculum driven not technology driven. The relationship between curriculum and technology must be a parallel process.

The Key Question Is:

Do We Have

Technology in Search of Instruction

or

Instruction in Search of Technology