Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Upgrading data communication in the classroom would be an appropriate technological advantage because research indicates that broadband and cloud computing are transforming education. The outdated teaching tools that we grew up with (i.e. chalkboards and hardback books) are now being replaced with interactive digital content delivered through high-speed broadband using blackboard and e-books. This means elementary school students can explore the surface of the sun through high-definition video as

recognition of the importance of socialization to learning and the significance of that socialization to developing higher order thinking skills. Today’s knowledge economy requires a much-advanced set of cognitive and analytical skills. Therefore, the group socialization, discussion, and collaboration play an ever-significant role in defining pedagogical end-goals (Fischer, et. al., 2007). The higher-order cognitive and problem solving skills require the analysis of processes within complex and practical

Problem Statement Only limited quantitative, pre-experimental studies are available on integrating wireless computing through the use of wireless laptops into rural public school curriculums (Moore, 2009). The research problem in this study will focuses on some reasons teachers do not widely use wireless laptops (Skevakis, 2010) in the institutional and learning setting effectively. Available technology remains an unused resource because many teachers feel that viewing intensely at

work together to share knowledge, exchange ideas, problem solve, and more. These classroom environments help to create durable abilities in students and aid in producing a “smoother integration into adult society when the activities resemble real-world tasks” (Ormrod, 2012). As students work with peers and adults, they adopt some of the learning strategies demonstrated and develop more skills in problem solving. This scaffolding creates a trickle-down effect of knowledge construction. In collaborative

examples through their innovative implementation of global engagement in Distance Education (DE) environments. Each institution faces different challenges in relation to their existence within both developed and developing nations respectively. The contents of this paper will discuss how each university’s strategic plan contributes to its institutional model through aligning innovative programming to fit the needs of the unique populations that both serve. Mission and Population Served OU’s mission

Technology plays a major role in the classroom of today and it is important as a future educator to understand the influence technology has on the lives of young children. Traditional notions of education are no longer sufficient as we live in an era driven by information. New technologies are changing the way we think, live and work (Howell, 2012, pg. 11). For teachers this means continually reinventing their teaching pedagogy. It is essential that student-led learning is practiced in the classroom

the area of language, digital literacy would also encompass its application both in development of language skills and learning of languages (reading, writing, oral comprehension and oral production). Although there are many limitations to the technological advances of digital literacy I believe that the advantages are greater than

TEACHER’S AWARENESS ON THE UTILIZATION OF ICT FACILITIES FOR BIOLOGY TEACHING IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN MATAZU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KATSINA STATE Abstract This study was carried out to investigate teachers’ awareness on the utilization of ICT for Biology teaching in secondary schools in Matazu Local Government Area, Katsina State. The population of the study comprises of Biology teachers, principals of five (5) senior secondary schools in Matazu Local Government Area. Since the population is not

opinions, determining if increases in learning occur, or even understanding what methods works better than others are relatively unknown without a broader base of research (Lawless & Pellegrino, 2007). Evaluating professional development requires the content of the professional development be examined and to determine if the training had an impact on teaching and learning (Lawless & Pellegrino, 2007). The trend away from quick, one time technology based workshops supports the belief the best professional

ABSTRACT Teacher education institutions play a very important role to produce highly erudite and skilful teachers. In modern era perspective teachers should be able to increase such knowledge and skills. Teacher education include to the policies, procedures and provision designed to integrate teachers with the knowledge, attitudes, behaviors and skills they require to perform their tasks effectively in the institution, classroom and community. The curriculum of the teacher education should be accomplished