High Tech Learning: Evidence-based Approaches

For more than 30 years, researchers have examined the use of technology in learning.

Read Inquiry, Imagination and Insight: Snapshots of Student Information Scientists at Work. Current research in teaching, learning, and technology provides insights into the changing needs of inquiring students and evolving roles of teacher librarians, technology coordinators, classroom teachers, and other instructional specialists as they collaborate to enrich the learning environment through a school-wide laboratory for information inquiry. This session will provide snapshots of what’s realistic, relevant, and practical as educators wade through the technology, resources, and research available to today’s young information scientists across the subject areas.

Skim Technology-Rich Learning: An Overview from Teacher Tap.

Skim Technology-Rich Learning and Evidence-based Practice from Teacher Tap

Standards

Read the ISTE NETS standards. What skills do learners need to be successful in a high tech learning environment?

Read Building Partnerships: Transforming Learning through Data-Driven Collaborations. Like panning for gold, the school library media specialist must collaborate with teachers and administrators to sift through tons of data to discover the "nuggets" that will address the needs of learners. This session focuses on strategies for building collaborative relationships and developing effective, evidence-based programs that increase student achievement.

Learn More

Improving Learning with Technology: What Works from Washington Department of Public Instruction

Tracking Technology Trends in Education (PDF) from CDW-G’s - The 2006 report tracking technology trends in education from the teacher's perspective

Links to Additional Resources

• Technology and Teaching from PBS

 

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