Online Learning Update

July 18, 2010

Faculty Development in Online Learning: Increased Technology Use Positively Affects Perceived Student Learning

Filed under: Online Learning News — Ray Schroeder @ 12:10 am

by Converge

“This study firmly shows that continued technological education throughout a teacher’s career is vital to providing students with the skills they will need for future careers,” said Anne Bryant, executive director of the National School Boards Association. “This survey shows that school boards need to be as intentional and purposeful as possible in supporting increased technology integration in schools.” Technology engages many types of students regardless of learning style, language barriers and academic needs, teachers and administrators report.  “This study is important, because it underscores the critical role individual teachers play in effective implementation of educational technology,” said Douglas Levin, executive director of the State Educational Technology Directors Association. “High-quality teacher preparation and professional development can make all the difference.”

http://www.convergemag.com/classtech/Increased-Technology-Use-Positively-Affects-Perceived-Student-Learning.html

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