How To Teach Effectively with One Computer . . .

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How To Teach Effectivelywith One Computer . . .
. . . in a Middle-School/ High-School
Classroom (with no Internet access)
By Kevin Pierce, INMD-410
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How Common Is This Scenario?
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In 2001, only of public high
school instructional rooms DID NOT HAVE INTERNET
ACCESS.
U.S. Department of Education, National Center
for Education Statistics, FRSS82.
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Available Resources

• Hardware
• CPU (3.5 in. disk drive)
• Monitor
• Keyboard
• Mouse

• Software
• Windows OS/Explorer
• WordPad
• Microsoft Paint
• Calculator
• Games

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• . . . Support Instruction
• Organization
• Language Arts
• Art Design
• Math Science
• Socialization

• Resources . . .
• Windows OS/Explorer . . .
• WordPad . . .
• Microsoft Paint . . .
• Calculator . . .
• Games . . .

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Applying Technology

• Possibilities
• De-centralizing instruction
• Meeting ISBE ISTE standards
• Integrating technology into the curriculum

• Challenges
• Managing the classroom
• Keeping students challenged
• Ensuring equitable use

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Classroom Organization Example

• Computer Placement
• Place computer in prominent area (take the dust
  cover off!)
• Balance visibility with privacy
• Organize work area with eye on ergonomics

Teachers, Computers, and Curriculum by Paul
Geisert and Mynga Futrelll
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Teaching Strategies Example

• Equitable Use
• Provide positive female role models
• Balance genders in groups
• Establish greater support roles for female
  students

Teachers, Computers, and Curriculum by Paul
Geisert and Mynga Futrelll
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Meeting Standards
ISBE Using Technology standards. ISTE NETS-S
standards.