Restructuring Schools With Technology Book

Preface.

I. THEORY & PRACTICE: REVIEW, RETHINK, RESTRUCTURE CONVENTIONAL BELIEFS AND PRACTICES IN EDUCATION.

1. Thinking About Instruction in a Different Way.

Introduction.

Skills and Understandings for Tomorrow's Graduates.

Restructuring Schools.

Technology's Potential in Restructuring Classrooms.

Summary.

References.

2. Technologies for Restructured Classrooms.

Role of Technology in Restructuring Classrooms.

General Role of Technology Implications of Using Technology for the Teacher.

Creating an Environment for Effective Use of Technology.

Why Be an Innovative Teacher in a Restructured Classroom?

References.

3. Foundations for Change: Student Performance and Classroom Structure.

Power of Computer Technology.

Student Attitudes Student Performance.

A Case for Using Computer Technology in Restructured Classrooms.

Communication Support and Skill Building Developing Research Skills Increasing Problem-Solving Abilities Learning through Simulated Environments Distance Learning A Comment about Teacher Role.

How Many Computers Are Enough?

The Power of Using Video.

Communicates Information Influences Attitudes and Behaviors.

The Case for Including TV and Video in the School Curriculum.

Teaching Critical Viewing Skills and Visual Literacy Television and Video as Educational Resources.

Interactive Video.

Concluding Thoughts.

References.

II. IMPLEMENTATION: REVIEW, RETHINK, RESTRUCTURE CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION.

4. Instructional Approaches Across the Curriculum.

Teaching Students How to Write for All Disciplines.

Teaching Students How to Critique and Revise Their Work.

Teaching Multimedia Composing and Editing Skills.

Composing a Multimedia Presentation Editing a Multimedia Presentation.

Effective Use of Student Collaborative Groups.

Team Teaching Interdisciplinary Curricula.

Distance Learning: Using Technology to Teach Students in Distant Locations.

Using Videotapes in the Classroom.

Using Television: Channel One, CNN Newsroom or Other Specialized Programming.

Using Alternative Assessments.

Outcome-Based Education Performance-Based Assessment Authentic Assessment Exhibitions Portfolios Video Assessment.

References.

5. Communication.

Rationale.

Communication Skills The Importance of Teaching Communication Skills The Added Value of Using Technology for Communication.

Classroom Scenarios and Other Suggestions for Implementation.

Elementary School Newspaper High School Newspaper Video Yearbook Writing Academy An Elementary Cross-Disciplinary Communication Program Communication and Critical Thinking Videotape Projects: Middle School Videotape Projects: High School Interactive Video Projects: Middle School Interactive Video Projects: High School Communication through Visual Arts and Music.

References.

6. Problem Solving.

Rationale.

Problem-Solving Skills The Importance of Teaching Problem- Solving Skills The Added Value of Using Technology for Solving Problems.

Classroom Scenarios and Other Suggestions for Implementation.

Teaching Problem-Solving with Specialized Software Tool Software for More General Use Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Projects not Associated with any Particular Type of Software.

7. Inquiry.

Rationale.

The Process of Inquiry The Importance of Teaching Structured Inquiry The Added Value of Using Technology for Inquiry.

Classroom Scenarios and Other Suggestions for Implementation.

Generic Technology Research Tools: Inquiry and the Modern School Library Specialized Curriculum Software.

References.

8. Critical Thinking.

Rationale.

Critical Thinking Skills The Importance of Teaching Critical Thinking Skills The Added Value of Using Technology for Critical Thinking.

Classroom Scenarios and Other Suggestions for Implementation.

Emotive Language Responsible Persuasive Writing and Critical Analysis of Persuasive Arguments Teaching Film Techniques and Critical Thinking through Television Current Events as an Approach to Teaching Critical Thinking An Interdisciplinary Study of 19th Century America Critical Thinking and the Use of Statistics Critical Analysis of Visual Perspectives.

References.

9. Basic Skills.

Rationale.

Basic Skills The Importance of Teaching Basic Skills while Involving Children in Doing Real Work that Requires Those Skills The Added Value of Using Technology to Teach Basic Skills.

Classroom Scenarios and Other Suggestions for Implementation.

Reading Integrated Reading and Writing Writing Stories: Topic Sentences and Coherent Paragraphs Writer's Tools English as a Second Language (ESL) Mathematics Specialized Technology for Mathematics and Language Skills: Integrated Learning Systems.

10. Beyond the Classroom: Implementation in the School, District, State.

Rationale.

Restructuring a School.

Restructuring a District.

Restructuring State Policies.

How Educators Can Influence Politicians and Their School Reform Policies.

III. REFLECTION: REVIEW & RETHINK RESTRUCTURED BELIEFS AND PRACTICES.

11. National Issues and the Role of Technology.

Standards and Assessment.

America 2000 The New Standards Project Critical Issues Standards and Assessment in a Restructured School with Technology.

Teacher Preparation, Continued Staff Development, and the Professionalization of Teaching.

A Vision for Schools of the 21st Century Preparing Professionals to Teach in Today's and Tomorrow's Schools Continuing Education for Working Professionals.

Decentralization/Site-Based Management.

School Choice.

Ability Grouping/Tracking.

Multicultural Education.

References.

12. The Process of Change.

Teaching and Learning in Restructured, Technology-Rich Classrooms.

What We Have Learned about the Change Process Moving Ahead...Ready, Set, Go!

References.