ERIC Number: EJ1080706
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 14
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Integrating Online Discussion: Broadening the Conversation
Li, Qing
Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education (CITE Journal), v6 n2 p204-217 2006
This article shares an approach to teaching mathematics teacher education courses incorporating asynchronous online discussions. Specifically, this research is guided by the following research questions: (a) How would online discussions contribute or hinder teachers' learning in mathematics methods courses? and (b) What pedagogical strategies need to be considered when incorporating online threaded discussion? The analysis of data collected provides the basis for conclusions and recommendations for educators who are interested in integrating online discussions into mathematics methods classrooms.
Descriptors: Teacher Education Programs, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods, Asynchronous Communication, Computer Mediated Communication, Methods Courses, Educational Strategies, Integrated Activities, Discourse Communities, Preservice Teacher Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Assignments, Journal Writing, Lesson Plans, Transcripts (Written Records), Debate, Special Needs Students, Cultural Differences, Learning Experience, Educational Resources
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Tests/Questionnaires; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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