Browsing by Subject: Change
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A method for teacher inquiry in cross-curricular projects: Lessons from a case study
Katerina Avramides, Jade Hunter, Martin Oliver & Rosemary Luckin
British Journal of Educational Technology Vol. 46, No. 2 (Mar 30, 2015) pp. 249–264
Many changes in teaching practices (such as introduction of e-assessment) are initiated by school management, or by a lead teacher, but have direct impact on the learning designs of others. However... More
pp. 249-264
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Using the TPACK Framework to Increase Technology use in Higher Education Around the World
David Slykhuis, James Madison University, United States; Mark Hofer, College of William and Mary, United States; John Lee, North Carolina State University, United States; Jim Ptaszynski, Technology Enhanced Instruction, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1056–1061
Higher education faculty are experts in their fields, but often are not practiced in the fine art of teaching. Teaching practice in higher education is dominated by stand and deliver pedagogies... More
pp. 1056-1061
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ICT in Colleges of Education: Longitudinal Change from the Coordinator's Perspective
Miri Shonfeld, Kibbutzim College of Education and Mofet, Israel; Alona Forkosh Baruch, Levinsky College of Education, Tel-Aviv University, United States; Merav Asaf, Kaye Academic College, Israel
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 3405–3410
In this research, the state of ICT implementation in Teacher Education Colleges in Israel was studied in two time periods - 2008 and 2014. Data were collected using the School Technology and... More
pp. 3405-3410
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How to make the change to blended learning?
Jan-Willem Doornenbal, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, School of Education, Netherlands; Anna Tomson & Michael Nieweg, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 3133–3134
In our School of Education a first step in facilitating blended learning and flexible curricula was the implementation of a digital platform. As we started, we saw a few early adopters doing... More
pp. 3133-3134
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Incorporating New Technologies to Change Teacher Education: The Case of a Centralized Educational System
Efi Nisiforou, Cyprus Technology University, Cyprus; Nikleia Eteokleous, Frederick University, Cyprus; Christiana Karousiou, The University of Manchester, Cyprus
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 2476–2480
The current study aims to explore the potential of blogs as efficient learning environments for in-service educators within the context of continuing professional development (CPD). Secondly, it... More
pp. 2476-2480
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ICT in EFL in Mexican 1-9 Schools
Jose-Luis Ramirez-Romero, University of Sonora, Mexico
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 2095–2101
This paper describes the research design and main findings of an ongoing longitudinal study that has been conducted for almost two decades about the incorporation and use of ICT in EFL courses in... More
pp. 2095-2101
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QR Codes in Reading and Writing Workshops
Christine Reilly & Jamie Caudill, Georgia Gwinnett College, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 2028–2029
As educators, we are faced with new and exciting technological times. Our pedagogies and philosophies change to ensure the most authentic and engaging practice. One of the ways to enrich a... More
pp. 2028-2029
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Providing Quality Technology Professional Development
Melissa Thomeczek & Tiffany Shelton, Southern Illinois University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1403–1406
This paper details research conducted in two school districts in southern Illinois. In cooperation with technology directors, technology coordinators, teachers and administrators, the authors... More
pp. 1403-1406
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Nurturing Innovation within a 1:1 Middle School
Cassandra Scharber, University of Minnesota, United States; John Alberts, Austin Public Schools, United States; Lana Peterson, University of Minnesota, United States; Derik Gustafson & Jennifer Gosha, Austin Public Schools, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1396–1398
Approaching technology integration using best practices that acknowledge the teachers’ already heavy work loads and focus on quality teaching and learning in a safe and supportive environment can... More
pp. 1396-1398
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Principal’s experiences in leading change in a 1:1 environment: A phenomenological pursuit
Stefani Pautz & William Sadera, Towson University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1381–1391
One-to-one (1:1) computing initiatives, in which every learner is provided a personal computing device, have seen rapid growth as school districts seek to equalize student access to technology and ... More
pp. 1381-1391
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Facilitating the Development of Critical Thinking in Undergraduate Students using Technology Enhanced Learning Environments
Ruth Swart, University of Calgary, Canada
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1070–1076
The following paper will discuss a research study currently in progress to determine beneficial strategies to support the development of critical thinking in undergraduate students. Critical... More
pp. 1070-1076
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Teacher Comfort Related to Current and Future Technology Use
Rachel Vannatta Reinhart, Sharon Shaffer, Toni Sondergeld & Savilla Banister, Bowling Green State University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 1027–1030
Research has shown that teacher comfort and confidence with technology is significantly related to teacher technology use in the classroom (Buabeng-Andoh, 2012). Through a 1:1 pilot, this study... More
pp. 1027-1030
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Shifting the Instructional Paradigms of Veteran High School Teachers to Embrace Digital Tools for Instructional Practice
Donna Fong, Deweyville ISD, United States; Kaye Shelton & Diane Mason, Lamar University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 912–919
The purpose of this phenomenological inquiry was to investigate the lived experiences of high school veteran teachers who transformed their teaching methods from traditional 20th century... More
pp. 912-919
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Research on Change of Consciousness by Creating a Quiz
Toshihiko Takeuchi, Tokyo University of Social Welfare, Japan; Kato Yuuki, Sagami Women’s University, Japan; Shogo Kato, Tokyo Woman’s Christian University, Japan; Hidenori Tachi, Tokyo University of Social Welfare, Japan
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 847–852
We divided twenty-seven students of mainly freshpeople of a national university into three types of groups: one-person groups (eight groups, eight persons in total), two-person groups (five groups,... More
pp. 847-852
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Professional Connections: Cultivating Virtual Connections Using Technology
Erica Ellsworth, Walden University; Kaplan University, Online, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 291–294
In distance and flexible learning, professional connections can be difficult to achieve. Often, both faculty and staff work at various locations and may never have the change to meet other than... More
pp. 291-294
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Empowerment Patterns of Teachers Leading ICT Implementation Programs
Orit Avidov-Ungar, The Open University, Achva Academic College, Israel, Israel; Noga Magen-Nagar, Gordon college of education, Israel
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2015 (Mar 02, 2015) pp. 4–9
This article presents finding that emerged from a study of 24 in-depth interviews conducted with teachers who were candidates for an ICT Leadership Award granted by Israel’s Ministry of Education. ... More
pp. 4-9
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Management of Change
Shad Morrow, Grand Canyon University, United States
International Journal on E-Learning 14 (January 2015) pp. 75–82
Reexamination of change management strategies has recently come under direct scrutiny in both the realm of the academic and the professional due to the significant shift of brick-and-mortar... More
pp. 75-82
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The role of facial microexpression state (FMES) change in the process of conceptual conflict
Mei‐Hung Chiu, Chin‐Cheng Chou, Wen‐Lung Wu & Hongming Liaw
British Journal of Educational Technology Vol. 45, No. 3 (May 23, 2014) pp. 471–486
This paper explores whether facial microexpression state (FMES) changes can be used to identify moments of conceptual conflict, one of the pathways to conceptual change. It is known that when the... More
pp. 471-486
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Designing from the Heart of an Epistemic Triangle: Systemic, Dialectical, and Constructivist Strategies for Systems Design and Systems Change
H S. Bhola
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The point is made that systems thinking should be combined with dialectical thinking and constructivist thinking for effective systems design and systems change. To establish a context, a set of... More
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Managing Innovation and Change for Instructional Technology
Donald C. Holznagel
Applied Language Learning Vol. 2, No. 2 (1991) pp. 45–59
Introduces the term "orgware" and reviews the literature on managing technological innovation in instructional settings. Six areas of management concern are described, and advice on managing... More
pp. 45-59