Technology in Education
“Technology In Education Within The Houston Independent School District”
Jeanette Boleware
April 11, 2010
Session: March-10
Instructor, Mario Missakian
I: Definition
Technology education is a study of technology, which provides an opportunity for students to learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology. It covers the human ability to shape and change the physical world to meet needs, by manipulating materials and tools with techniques. The ultimate goal is to teach the knowledge and techniques to develop technological literacy which is accomplished by bringing laboratory activities to students. Technology education is an innovative approach to technology.
Educational Technology is sometimes referred to as e-learning, instructional technology and learning technology. Technology is used to speak specifically about digital computer technology and to support the learning process. It is concerned with technology as it impacts upon the learning process in delivering learning materials, facilitating communication and providing assessment and feedback. In addition, technology is used widely in the administration and management of education records, procurement, marketing, finance and construction. Technology can benefit traditional, open and distance learning models, which allows for a blended learning experience custom-made to fit each student’s needs.
A virtual school describes an institution that teaches courses entirely or primarily through online methods. Though there are tens of thousands of commercial and non-accredited courses available online, the term "virtual school" is generally reserved for accredited schools that teach a full-time course of instruction designed to lead to graduate. Virtual public and private schools serving every grade level may decide to pursue accreditation through various regional and national organizations.
Accredited schools must meet rigorous standards as defined
Jeanette Boleware
April 11, 2010
Session: March-10
Instructor, Mario Missakian
I: Definition
Technology education is a study of technology, which provides an opportunity for students to learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology. It covers the human ability to shape and change the physical world to meet needs, by manipulating materials and tools with techniques. The ultimate goal is to teach the knowledge and techniques to develop technological literacy which is accomplished by bringing laboratory activities to students. Technology education is an innovative approach to technology.
Educational Technology is sometimes referred to as e-learning, instructional technology and learning technology. Technology is used to speak specifically about digital computer technology and to support the learning process. It is concerned with technology as it impacts upon the learning process in delivering learning materials, facilitating communication and providing assessment and feedback. In addition, technology is used widely in the administration and management of education records, procurement, marketing, finance and construction. Technology can benefit traditional, open and distance learning models, which allows for a blended learning experience custom-made to fit each student’s needs.
A virtual school describes an institution that teaches courses entirely or primarily through online methods. Though there are tens of thousands of commercial and non-accredited courses available online, the term "virtual school" is generally reserved for accredited schools that teach a full-time course of instruction designed to lead to graduate. Virtual public and private schools serving every grade level may decide to pursue accreditation through various regional and national organizations.
Accredited schools must meet rigorous standards as defined
References: http://edtech.twinisles.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_school http://vschool.houstonisd.org/info/about.html http://www.britannica.com/bps/additionalcontent/18/33373763/Technology-to-Support- Education-Software-Solutions-for-Quality-Assurance-in-elearning http://www.houstonisd.org/HISDConnectDS/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=bd49e39400672210VgnVC M10000028147fa6RCRD&vgnextchannel=b52c2f796138c010VgnVCM10000052147fa 6RCR http://www.k12.com/schools-programs/k-8-program/ Spector , J.M.and Hannafin, Michael, Editor-in-Chief:; Educational Technology Research and Development:A bi-monthly publication of the Association for Educational Communications & Technology www.houstonisd.org www.houstonisd.org/vs