Browsing by Subject: Computers
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Digital Divide: Will Mobile Technology Lead the Change?
Miri Shonfeld, Kibbutzim College of Education and Mofet, Israel; Ferial Khaddage, Deakin University, Australia; Melda Yildiz, Kean University, United States; Adalheidur Reed, UNT, United States; Asmaa N. Ganayem, Al Qasemi college of education, Israel
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 723–726
In this panel, we redefine the "digital divide” from a global point of view. We bring examples from K-12 and higher education institutions highlighting Turkey, Israel, Iceland and Australia. This... More
pp. 723-726
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The Nature of Peer-Peer Interaction in Internet-Supported Collaboration: A Case Study in Freshman English Class in Taiwan
Yi Chin Hsieh, Indiana University at Bloomington, IN, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 2076–2082
The prevalence of Internet access in the classroom has created a powerful learning environment. The combination of technology and collaboration is receiving research attention. This study explores ... More
pp. 2076-2082
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The Influence of Class Sets of Mobile Devices on Student Learning
Nick Lux & Art Bangert, Montana State University, United States; Miles McGeehan & Rob Watson, Bozeman School District, United States; Kathryn Will-Dubyak, Montana State University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1658–1666
This quantitative study, part of a larger mixed-methods study, focused specifically on investigating the influence on student achievement of class sets of Chromebook computers. In this case, a... More
pp. 1658-1666
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Instructors’ First Time Experience with iPads in Traditional Classrooms
Ju Park, Indiana University Northwest, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1015–1017
This pilot study examines how faculty members have positively and negatively experienced the use of Apple iPads at physical classroom (brick & mortar classroom), supported by the Faculty Learning... More
pp. 1015-1017
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Reducing Software Costs and Improving Performance with Server Based Computing
Douglas Brinkley, Graduate School of Business and Public Policy, Naval Postgraduate School, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 199–204
Classroom computing in graduate education continues to grow as more and more schools include the use of sophisticated software programs in their curriculums. Unfortunately many of these statistics... More
pp. 199-204
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Commonalities and Distinctive Patterns in Teachers' Integration of Computers
Martha Hadley & Karen Sheingold
American Journal of Education Vol. 101, No. 3 (1993) pp. 261–315
Studies teachers who use computers in their classrooms and how computers are used. Surveys of 608 teachers (576 schools) indicate that motivated and professional teachers have learned to use... More
pp. 261-315
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Preparing New Teachers to Use Computer Technology: Perceptions and Suggestions for Teacher Educators
Marianne G. Handler
Computers & Education Vol. 20, No. 2 (1993) pp. 147–56
Discussion of preservice teacher education in computer technology focuses on a survey of teachers who had completed their first year of teaching that examined their perceptions of how prepared they... More
pp. 147-56
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Primary Children and Teachers' Attitudes to Computers
John Todman & Gail Dick
Computers & Education Vol. 20, No. 2 (1993) pp. 199–203
Describes a study in Scotland that investigated the relationship between pupil and teacher attitudes toward computers in primary schools. The development of an attitude scale is explained; trends... More
pp. 199-203
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Gender-Based Differences in Attitudes toward Computers
Lily Shashaani
Computers & Education Vol. 20, No. 2 (1993) pp. 169–81
Describes a study that was conducted to examine gender differences in attitudes toward computers among high school students. Highlights include sex role behavior; students' interest in computers;... More
pp. 169-81
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Computers and Composition: Rethinking Our Values
Lisa Gerrard
Computers and Composition Vol. 10, No. 2 (1993) pp. 23–34
Argues that those who work in the field of computers and composition have developed a characteristic value system antithetical to that found generally in English departments. Compares the... More
pp. 23-34
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Things to Consider When Evaluating Software
Molly Hepler
Computers and Composition Vol. 10, No. 1 (1992) pp. 57–58
Offers the following advice for teachers looking to integrate computers into their curricula: look around, software before hardware, and plan for continuing support and training. (RS) More
pp. 57-58
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Logo: The Case for a Cautious Advocacy
Cleborne D. Maddux
Computers in the Schools Vol. 9, No. 1 (1992) pp. 59–79
Discussion of positive and negative aspects of educational computing focuses on the use of the Logo programing language. Topics addressed include access to computers; software; teacher training,... More
pp. 59-79
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Are Social Studies Teachers Using Computers?
Terry Northrup
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This report summarizes a study in which social studies teachers were surveyed to discover teachers' attitudes towards computers, teacher access to computers, teacher use of computers, the types of ... More
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Computers for the Faculty: How on a Limited Budget
Hal Arman & John Kostoff
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An informal investigation of the use of computers at Delta College (DC) in Michigan revealed reasonable use of computers by faculty in disciplines such as mathematics, business, and technology, but... More
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An Interdisciplinary Bibliography for Computers and the Humanities Courses
Heyward Ehrlich
Computers and the Humanities Vol. 25, No. 5 (1991) pp. 315–26
Presents an annotated bibliography of works related to the subject of computers and the humanities. Groups items into textbooks and overviews; introductions; human and computer languages; literary ... More
pp. 315-26
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The Computer in English Class: Lessons Learned (Resources and Reviews)
William Wresch
English Journal Vol. 80, No. 8 (1991) pp. 93–96
Offers ideas and activities of teachers who have successfully used computers with high school English students. Shows that (1) extensive equipment is not always required; (2) computers can be used ... More
pp. 93-96
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Evaluating Placement Exams with a Structured Decision System
Emil Roy
Computers and Composition Vol. 9, No. 2 (1992) pp. 71–86
Presents a method that uses computers for writing placement exams, a "structured decision system." Argues that it is more economical and efficient than the process that uses real people as readers.... More
pp. 71-86
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We Write, But Do We Read? (Computers and Controversy)
Charles Moran
Computers and Composition Vol. 8, No. 3 (1991) pp. 51–61
Discusses the social interaction between writers using electronic mail systems. Shares two stories concerning this written form of conversation. (MG) More
pp. 51-61
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Factors Facilitating or Hindering the Use of Computers in Schools
Susan A. Zammit
Educational Research Vol. 34, No. 1 (1992) pp. 57–66
Teachers in seven Australian secondary schools identified themselves as users (n=102) or nonusers (n=250) of computers in class. Users were encouraged by access to computers and software and self... More
pp. 57-66
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What Good Are Computers in the Writing Classroom?
Michael Dobberstein
New Directions for Teaching and Learning Vol. 1990, No. 1 (1990)
Despite the usefulness of computers, there is no consistent objective evidence that they can help students become better writers. Even if computers alone could improve writing quality, it is... More