1. Learning for the 21st Century
Making the Case for Tech Integration in Schools
by Susan Ferdon
for EDTECH 541

2. 21st Century Learning
Video Introduction
http://newlearninginstitute.org/21stcenturyeducation/2s1st-century-learning/index.html

3. Technology Integration ...
provides effective tools for learning.
is compatible with accepted learning theories.
supports both directed instruction and inquiry-based
learning.
facilitates differentiation of instruction.
helps provide students with necessary 21st century
skills.

4. Tools to Facilitate Learning
Gone are the days that books
provided the sole foundation
for learning in the classroom.
Harnessing the power of
technology provides students
with knowledge and skills
needed for future success.
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5. The Partnership for 21st Century Learning’s Framework
includes technology among its four elements related to
student outcomes.
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“While the graphic represents each element distinctly for descriptive
purposes, the Partnership views all the components as fully
interconnected in the process of 21st century teaching and learning.”
(Partnership for 21st Century Learning: http://www.p21.org/)

6. Technology use for
communication and
collaboration provides rich
educational opportunities
not possible with traditional
instruction alone.
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“When used appropriately, computer technology in classrooms
stimulates increased teacher/student interaction, and encourages
cooperative learning, collaboration, problem solving,
and student inquiries.”
(Stratham & Torrell, 1996, p. 42)

7. Putting Theory Into Practice
Objectivist Theories ~ Direct Instruction
Behaviorism, Information Processing, Cognitive - Behavioral,
and Systems Approach.
Integration Strategies: Systematic use supports learning of
clearly defined objectives, address deficits, promote
automaticity, support self-paced instruction and review.
Examples: Drill and practice, tutorials, integrated learning
systems.
(Roblyer & Doering, 2010)

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Studies show that educational use of technology has a positive
effect on student achievement, specifically relating to basic skills,
higher order thinking, special learners, and student motivation.
(Schacter, 1999)

9. Learning Theory
Constructivist ~ Inquiry-Based Learning
Social Activism, Scaffolding Theory, Child Development,
Discovery Learning, and Multiple Intelligences.
Integration Strategies: Real-world connections, opportunities for
exploration, foster collaboration, cooperation, problem solving,
and multi-modal learning.
Examples: Multimedia products, simulations, video-based
scenarios, collaborative research, projects and products.
(Roblyer & Doering, 2010)

10. “Like training wheels, computer scaffolding enables
learners to do more advanced activities and to engage in
more advanced thinking and problem solving than they
could without such help.”
(Bransford et al., 2000, p. 214)
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11. “When used appropriately, computer technology in classrooms
stimulates increased teacher/student interaction, and encourages
cooperative learning, collaboration, problem solving, and student
inquiries.” (Stratham & Torrell, 1996, p. 42)
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12. Differentiated Instruction
Technology helps to meet needs of all learners:
Accessibility - Screen readers, speech-to-text software,
alternate text, keyboard input, transcripts and captioning.
Aid in differentiation of content, process, and product.
(Carol Tomlinson)
“Technology allows teachers to differentiate instruction more efficiently
by providing a wider variety of avenues for learning that reach
students of divergent readiness levels, interests, and learning styles.”
(Stratham & Torrell, 1996, p. 42)

13. Technology helps to meet
needs of all learners:
Multimodal Learning - Reduction
of cognitive load and dual coding
(Multimedia Theory) positively
impact student learning.
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“When the average student is engaged in higher-order thinking
using multimedia in interactive situations, on average, their
percentage ranking on higher-order or transfer skills increases by
32 percentile points over what that student would have
accomplished with traditional learning.”
(Metiri, 2008, p. 14)

14. Optimal Conditions
TPACK: Teachers’ technological, pedagogical and
content knowledge provides the framework for effective
technology integration.
"Teachers need to develop fluency
and cognitive flexibility not just in
each of these key domains … but
also in the manners in which these
domains interrelate, so that they can
effect maximally successful,
differentiated, contextually sensitive
learning."
(Harris et al., 2009, p. 402)

15. Optimal Conditions
Technology is an integral "We cannot prepare
part of instruction, not an students with the skills they
“event.” need without making
comprehensive use of
technology throughout
every aspect of education,
just as other industry
sectors have been doing for
years. Technology has a
fundamental role to play in
creating a 21st century
education system."
(SETDA, 2007)
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16. References:
Bransford, J. D., Brown, A.L., Cocking, R.R., (eds.). (2000). How people learn: Brain, mind, experience,
and school: Expanded edition. Washington, DC: National Academy Press. Retrieved from: http://
www.nap.edu/catalog/9853.htm.
Harris, J., Mishra, P., & Koehler, M. (2009). Teachers' technological pedagogical content knowledge and
learning activity types: Curriculum-based technology integration reframed. Journal of Research on Technology
in Education, 41(4), 393-416.
Partnership for 21st Century Learning: http://www.p21.org/index.php?
option=com_content&task=view&id=254&Itemid=120
Metiri Group (commissioned by Cisco Systems). (2008). Multi-modal learning through media: What the
research says. Retrieved from http://www.metiri.com/
Roblyer, M.D. & Doering, A.H. (2010). Integrating technology into teaching (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ:
Pearson.
Schacter, J. (1999). The impact of educational technology on student achievement: What the most current
research has to say. Santa Monica: Milken Family Foundation. Retrieved from www.mff.org/pubs/ME161.pdf
State Education Technology Directors Association (SETDA). (2007). Maximizing the impact: The pivotal role of
technology in a 21st century education system. Retrieved from: http://www.setda.org/web/guest/
maximizingimpactreport
Stratham, D. S., & Torell, C. R. (1996). Computers in the classroom: The impact of technology on student
learning. Boise, ID: Army Research Institute, Boise State University. Retrieved from http://www.temple.edu/lss/
htmlpublications/spotlights/200/spot206.htm

17. Audio courtesy of Internet Archives Community Audio
Artist: Salvador Guirada
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