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Agenda Student Engagement

Core Subject Academic and Assessment Growth

Higher Level Thinking Skills

Workforce Preparation

Student Engagement

Students have a more

positive attitude to

attend school when

their classes include

computer based

technology (Schacter).

Increased engagement

with technology

empowers students to

become more self-

sufficient, needing less

teacher assistance to be

successful.

Student Engagement (cont.)

Before Tech

After Tech

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

66%80%

Across the nation schools that fully integrated technology into their curriculum saw a 14% increase in graduation rates.

Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth

In English Language Arts and Social Studies, teachers report observing significant change in student skills and knowledge acquired after their first multimedia project (Burchett, Cradler, Freeman, McNabb).

1. Research Skills2. Ability to apply

learning to real world situations.

3. Organizational Skills4. Interest in the content

Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth (cont.)

1990 1994 19970%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

50%

58%64%

Percentile Scores on Standardized Tests

Over a 7 year longitudinal study, students who were educated using computer-based instruction saw scores on standardized tests increase by 14% (Schacter).

Core Subject Academic & Assessment Growth (cont.)

Used Word processing

skills

Created detailed charts

and presentations

with technology

12th Graders scored much

higher on NAEP History

assessments when they:

Became efficient at

Excel spreadsheets for projects

Higher Level Thinking Skills

Analysis

Evaluation

Synthesis

Teachers will have the ability to assign research papers to students and take for granted that students will use these computers in a variety of ways to crate a complete educational experience (Wenglinsky).

Higher Level Thinking Skills (cont.)

In a nationwide study of 8th graders the

control group without

technology based instruction

maintained grade level equivalency!

The experimental group with

technology based instruction saw

higher order thinking gains in

math up to 15 weeks above

grade level!

Workforce Preparation

96%

4%

2008 Study by the Pew Research Center

Jobs that require in-ternet, email, cell phone, or basic computer skills Jobs that don’t require use of any technology

Workforce PreparationAs students learn to use

technology to find creative solutions to complex

problems they learn the skills that CEO’s of major

companies are looking for in their employees.

As students learn to apply technology in research,

design graphs, and analyze data they learn many skills needed in health related

professions.When Students learn

technology applications they learn many of the basic skills

needed for entry level employment.

Conclusion

Professional References:

Burchett, R., Cradler, J., Freeman, M., &McNabb, M. (2002). How Does Technology Influence Student Learning? Learning & Leading with Technology, 29 (8), 47-49, 56.

Harvey-Woodall, A. (2009). “Integrating Technology into the Classroom: How Does It Impact Student Achievement?” Retrieved September 9, 2011 from http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/recordDetail?accno=ED505984.

Nagel, D. (2009). Study Ties Student Achievement to Technology Integration. The Journal, Maryland: SETDA.

Schacter, J. (1999). The Impact of Education Technology on Student Achievement. The Miliken Exchange of Educational Technology. California: Miliken Family Foundation.

Wenglinsky, H. (2005-2006). Technology and Achievement: The Bottom Line. Learning in the Digital Age, 63 (4), 29-32.

The incorporation of technology in schools will allow educators the opportunity to advance students to new

levels. One can’t argue with the results: increased student engagement, higher assessment scores, problem solving skills above current grade levels, and preparation

for 21st century professions.ITS TIME TO GET THE GREATEST RETURN FOR OUR

INVESTMENT!