ERIC Number: EJ1030094
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014-Jan
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Tech-Savvy Science Education? Understanding Teacher Pedagogical Practices for Integrating Technology in K-12 Classrooms
Hechter, Richard; Vermette, Laurie Anne
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, v33 n1 p27-47 Jan 2014
This paper examines the technology integration practices of Manitoban K-12 inservice science educators based on the Technological, Pedagogical, and Content knowledge (TPACK) framework. Science teachers (n = 433) completed a 10-item online survey regarding pedagogical beliefs about technology integration, types of technology used, and how often each of these technologies was utilized in pedagogical practices. Results indicate that technology is integrated to promote student engagement, teach 21st century skills, as best teaching practice, to stay current, and for hands-on interactive learning. Through quantitative descriptive statistics, results identified that interactive whiteboards and digital communication programs are frequently integrated; while podcasting, digital hand-held data collection sources, online discussion boards, and simulation software are almost never integrated in Manitoban science classrooms. In addition, data indicates that teachers over-report how often classroom technology is actually placed in student hands. Implications of this study inform school division technology purchases, preservice teacher education, and professional development opportunities.
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Science Instruction, Technology Uses in Education, Technology Integration, Foreign Countries, Science Teachers, Teacher Surveys, Teacher Attitudes, Computer Attitudes, Statistical Analysis, Hands on Science, Educational Technology
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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