Instructional Technology
Instructional Technology is the use of technology (for example-computers, interactive media, networks, and the Internet) to support learning. It is considered a creative blending of ideas and products technologies with curriculum content in order to improve the teaching and learning processes, often referred to as technology integration.
What does this mean for the classroom?
Technology integration means using technology as a transparent tool to fit the task at hand. The world is changing: where students and teachers should reach for a technology solution as easily as they reach for a pencil!
Technology integration must be a part of the daily activities taking place in the classroom. Supporting and extending curriculum objectives.
Technology integration should be engaging students in meaningful learning. Enabling students to demonstrate what they have learned in new and creative ways.
Instructional technology is changing the way we teach--because the way children learn has changed. Today's students need to be actively involved in their learning--they want visuals, hands-on, and must be allowed to communicate their understanding of concepts creatively.
Jacksonville ISD Instructional Technologists:
Lynne Bullock
lbullock@jacksonvilleisd.org
Carol Shields
cshields@jacksonvilleisd.org
The JISD Instructional Technology office is located:
Jacksonville Middle School
1541 Pine Street
Jacksonville, TX 75766
903-586-3686 ext. 43
Projects:
Tech Camp 2007
Launches Imaginations
June 11-15, 2007
Useful Links:
Texas Computer Educators Association