Instructional Technology and Media for Learning » (9th Edition)

Are you ready to integrate technology into your classroom? Instructional Technology and Media for Learning will guide you as you begin to incorporate computer technology and other media into your teaching. This unique case-based text places the reader squarely in the classroom while providing a framework that teaches readers to apply in-depth coverage of current and future computer, multimedia, Internet/intranet, distance learning, and audio/visual technologies to classroom instruction.

Chapter 1 Technology and Media: Facilitating Learning

Introduction

Technology

Media

The Concrete-Abstract Continuum

Learning

Roles of Technology and Media in Learning

Learning Settings

Information and Instruction

Instructional Strategies

Summary

Chapter 2 Instructional Strategies: Integrating Technology and Media

Introduction

Strategies in the Classroom

Presentation

Demonstration

Drill and Practice

Tutorials

Discussion

Cooperative Learning

Games

Simulations

Discovery

Problem Solving

Teacher-Centered Strategies

Student-Centered Strategies

Creating Learning Experiences

Learning Contexts and Settings

Summary

Chapter 3 Visual Principles: Designing Effective Materials

Introduction

Visual Literacy

Roles of Visuals in Learning

Types of Visuals

Visual Design Guidelines

Creating Images

Capturing Images

Summary

Chapter 4 Introduction

The ASSURE Model

Analyze Learners

State Standards and Objectives

Select Strategies, Technology, Media, and Materials

Utilize Technology, Media, and Materials

Require Learner Participation

Evaluate and Revise

Summary

Chapter 5 Computers and Multimedia: Accessing Digital Worlds

Introduction

Computers and Multimedia in the Classroom

Advantages

Limitations

Integration

Software Selection

Computer Hardware

Computer Facilities

Summary

Chapter 6 Distance Education: Connecting Learners Beyond the Classroom

Introduction

Distance Education

Instruction at a Distance

Audio in Distance Education

Television in Distance Education

Instructional Television Options

Summary

Chapter 7 Online Learning: Learning Through the Internet and Computer Networks

Introduction

Online Learning

Networks

Issues

Summary

Chapter 8 Instructional Materials and Displays: Using Media to Engage Learners

Introduction

Learning Centers

Instructional Modules

Manipulatives

Printed Materials

Display Surfaces

Exhibits

Summary

Chapter 9 Visuals: Enhancing Learning with Visuals

Introduction

Visuals in the Classroom

Nonprojected Visuals

Projected Visuals

Presentation Software

Digital Images

Document Camera Projection

Overhead Projection

Summary

Chapter 10 Audio: Listening and Learning

Introduction

Using Audio in the Classroom

Digital Audio Formats

Analog Audio Formats

Advantages of Audio

Limitations of Audio

Integration of Audio

Hearing and Listening

Developing Listening Skills

Summary

Chapter 11 Video: Enhancing Learning with Moving Images

Introduction

Using Video in the Classroom

Special Attributes

Digital Video Formats

Analog Video Formats

Advantages

Limitations

Integration

Selecting Video

Producing Video

Summary

Chapter 12 Trends in Technology and Media: Looking Ahead

Introduction

Trends in Technology and Media

Innovations on the Horizon

Schools of the Future

Your Future in the Field

Professional Organizations

Professional Journals

Summary

Appendix: Equipment Safety and Setups

Introduction

Equipment Safety

Equipment Selection and Identification

Care and Handling of Equipment

Projector Setups

Video Setups

Audio Setups