What Is Effective Technology Integration For 21st Century Learners?

Integration- Why?

21st Century Learning

• Learning is complex• Knowledge isn’t enough• Skills, attitudes, and awareness

Technology Types

• Internet• Presentation programs (PowerPoint, etc.)• Databases• Audio/video recording

Life and Career Skills

• Initiative, flexibility, leadership

• Databases, word processors, blogging

Learning and Innovation Skills

• Creativity, critical thinking, communication

• Extension activities (online curricula)• Video conferencing• Discussion boards

Information, Media, and Technology Skills

• ‘Literacy’

•Wide-spectrum familiarity• Preparing for modern work

Core Subjects and 21st Century Themes

• Global awareness• Environmental, civic, health awareness

• Exploration online• Research projects• Community outreach

Goals

• Self-directed learning•Well-rounded individuals• Increasing teacher effectiveness

Conclusions

• Integration is necessary• Adds to assessment• Creates global citizens• Encourages broader inquiry

References

1. “Linking Technology, Learning, and School Change”. Feldman et al. International Society for Technology in Education, December-January 2000-01. 42-47.

2. “Welcome to Route 21.” The Partnership for 21st Century Skills. http://www.p21.org/route21/

3. “21st Century Learners.” Uploaded by staceypacer to YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gW_pBLzhpfI

4. “Global Citizenship.” Image retrieved from http://www.oxfam.org.uk via Google Image Search on 20-09-2010.