Browsing by Subject: Training
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Blazing New Trails: The Foreign Language Instructional Technology Graduate Certificate Program at Northern Illinois University
Jessamine Cooke-Plagwitz, Northern Illinois University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1718–1720
Today's foreign language faculty are required to wear many hats. In addition to the skills they must possess in teaching language, literature, and culture, they must also be competent in the use of... More
pp. 1718-1720
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Integrating technology into teacher education: A team approach
Linda Voges, Anne Bustard, Mike Bell & Jenny Burson, University of Texas at Austin, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1669–1670
Digital literacy is more than just using software and hardware. It creates a new paradigm in which to develop technology integration. Barriers to the integration of technology in methods courses... More
pp. 1669-1670
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A Tale of Two Semesters: It was the worst of times; it was the best of times.
Lynnwood Belvin, Berry College, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1646–1649
This paper examines student perceptions toward using web-based course enhancement technology as a supplement to traditional instruction. A group of professors from various schools of the college... More
pp. 1646-1649
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The Promises of Online Faculty Support: From the Real Workshops to the Virtual Ones
Minchu Chen & Naglaa Ali, University Of Florida, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1600–1601
This paper discusses the value of an online faculty support. It defines the necessary elements for successful online faculty training, and discusses training issues, challenges and solutions... More
pp. 1600-1601
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Education for Managing ICT: Professional Development for School Leaders
Tony Lawson & Chris Comber, University of Leicester, United Kingdom
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1274–1281
The early focus of ICT training in schools was on developing teachers' computer skills. Recent developments have focussed on pedagogical objectives. Our previous work established a number of key... More
pp. 1274-1281
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CALL: Teacher Training in Japan
Kevin Ryan, Showa Women's University, Japan
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1227–1230
Policy toward Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) facilities in tertiary education exemplifies the current Japanese attitude toward teacher training in IT. Governmental expenditures and the ... More
pp. 1227-1230
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Assessment and Accountability in International Technology Training Programs for Teachers: The Chilean Experience
Eileen Pennisi, Patricia Book & Patricia Nelson, Penn State University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1215–1222
This paper examines one method for assessing accountability in an international technology training program for primary teachers from rural regions of Chile. While many programs help prepare... More
pp. 1215-1222
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Acquiring ICT competencies for pre-service teachers: question of adding some new skills or changing a professional culture?
Eric Bruillard, IUFM de Caen, France; Georges-Louis Baron, INRP, France
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1168–1171
As baby-boomers begin to retire en masse, many countries are facing an acute problem of recruiting and training large numbers of new teachers within a few years. For many researchers and decision ... More
pp. 1168-1171
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Preservice Teachers IT Training - An Alternative Perspective from Organizational Change
Yu-mei Wang, School of Education, University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1131–1133
Preservice teachers IT training, in real measure, a phenomenon of technology diffusion, involving organizational change. This brief paper discusses preservice teachers IT training from the... More
pp. 1131-1133
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All Plugged In: Intergrating Technology into a Large Alternative Certification Program
Cedric Williams & Karen Owen, Houston Independent School District, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 1042–1044
Learn how to develop web-based training materials and build strategic partnerships that lead to systemic transformation of your education community. During phase one, the Houston Independent School... More
pp. 1042-1044
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Developing the Big Cheese: Creating Technologically Skilled Faculty Leaders
Meredith Keller, Regis College, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 986–987
Regis College went from "zero"-to-T1 in one year. The campus went from employing minimal numbers of outdated computers to winning the Yahoo Internet Life Magazine Award for ?Most Wired Campus.?... More
pp. 986-987
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K-12 Teacher Attributes as Predictors of Classroom Technology Use
Nancy Fordham & Rachel Vannatta, Bowling Green State University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 779–782
This correlational study examined various teacher attributes that predict classroom technology use among K-12 teachers. The Teacher Attribute Survey (TAS) was administered to 177 K-12 teachers... More
pp. 779-782
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Collaborative Learning in an Online Environment: Will it work for teacher training?
Barbara Schulz, Colorado State University - Pueblo, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 503–504
Teacher education and training will be experiencing a millennium make over as online environments become more popular and accepted. National agencies such as ISTE (International Society for... More
pp. 503-504
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The Use of Virtual Learning Environments and Multimedia in Vocational Initial Teacher Education
David Lord & Matthew Pearson, University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 480–485
This paper details developmental work done to establish collaborative distance learning strategies for institutions providing Initial Teacher Training (ITT) in vocational education in 6 European... More
pp. 480-485
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Invisible Barriers to Successful Distance Learning : Connecting Faculty Expectations to Practical Outcomes of Learner Behavior
Frank Fuller, Bob Gillan & Ron McBride, Northwestern State University, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 414–421
Contemporary distance education programs attract learners who participate expecting an experience as complete as that of any classroom. That expectation is not unreasonable, for modern, technology ... More
pp. 414-421
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Designing and Implementing WebCT-Based Courses Online: Distance English Language Teacher Training Program (DELTT) Model
Gulsun Kurubacak, Anadolu University Open Education Faculty, Turkey
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 390–393
Many undergraduate and graduate courses in Open Education Faculty (OEF) of Anadolu University in Turkey have been delivered for over the two decades. Distance English Language Teacher Training... More
pp. 390-393
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Gifted Education Training for Teachers Online
Paula Christensen, Northwestern State University of Louisiana, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 294–296
The Internet can provide a unique resource for providing Gifted Education training for teachers. The purpose of this paper is to offer information concerning an online workshop for preservice and... More
pp. 294-296
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Training Preservice Students to Utilize Web-Based Portfolios and Select Appropriate Bodies of Evidence
Guy Westhoff, University of Wyoming, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2003 (2003) pp. 206–209
Authentic assessments and electronic portfolios are rapidly being adopted as an effective process for evaluating student's knowledge and understanding. The problem lies in training students in how ... More
pp. 206-209
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Course Preparation for Online Learning: What Faculty Should Know
Nancy Mims & Barbara McKenzie, University of West Georgia, United States; Michael Waugh, University of Tennessee, United States; Elizabeth Bennett, University of West Georgia, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2002 (2002) pp. 2383–2387
Abstract The purpose of this study was to explore how distance instructors are using distance technologies in their classes: their practices, problems, solutions, and any emergent patterns. This... More
pp. 2383-2387
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Effectiveness of QuickTime VR as an Instructional Environment for Students with Special Needs
William Wiencke, State University of West Georgia, United States
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2002 (2002) pp. 2281–2284
Virtual reality (VR) has been shown to be an effective tool to enhance and support a variety of educational activities. QuickTime VR (QTVR), developed by Apple Computer Corporation, is a technology... More
pp. 2281-2284