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Technology integration in learning has been shown to improve standardised test scores, develop inventive thinking, and increase student motivation and self-concept. Studies have found gains in verbal and nonverbal skills as well as improved problem solving and conceptual skills. However, barriers to technology integration remain. While over 40% of teachers use technology for classroom instruction and computer applications, only 20% or less assign other technology-based activities. Common barriers include lack of resources, knowledge and skills, institutional support, and time for preparation. Effective technology integration prepares students for the 21st century and supports differentiated learning and engagement.

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Research

Technology integration in learning has been shown to improve standardised test scores, develop inventive thinking, and increase student motivation and self-concept. Studies have found gains in verbal and nonverbal skills as well as improved problem solving and conceptual skills. However, barriers to technology integration remain. While over 40% of teachers use technology for classroom instruction and computer applications, only 20% or less assign other technology-based activities. Common barriers include lack of resources, knowledge and skills, institutional support, and time for preparation. Effective technology integration prepares students for the 21st century and supports differentiated learning and engagement.

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Technology Integration

Importance for technology integration with learning experiences


What the studies say:
o Improved standardised test scores
o Development of inventive thinking
o Improvement of student self-concept
o Greater levels of motivation
Hew & Brush (2007)
o Greater gains in verbal and nonverbal skills
o Improvement in problem solving, abstraction, and conceptual skills
(Haugland, 1992, as cited in Keengwe & Onchwari, 2009)
What you said:
o Preparing students for life in the twenty-first century
o Increased ability to differentiate to support all learners
o Catering to different learning modes
o Increased levels of engagement
o Encouraging students to utilise resources and supports (online tutoring, discussion forums etc.)

Are there barriers?


What studies say:
o 44% of teachers used technology for classroom instruction
o 42% for computer applications
o 12% for practice drills
o 41% required research using the Internet
o 27% had students conduct research using CD-ROMs
o 27% assigned multimedia projects
o 23% assigned graphical presentations of materials
o 21% assigned demonstrations
o 20% required students to use technology to solve problems and analyse data
o 7% assigned students to correspond with others using the Internet
National Centre for Education Statistics (2005)

What are these barriers?


What studies say: What you said:
1. Resources o Knowledge and Skills
2. Knowledge and Skills o Classroom Management
3. Institution o Accountability
4. Attitudes and Beliefs o Preparation Time
5. Assessment
6. Subject Culture
Hew & Brush (2007)

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