Focus Questions Week 2!

1. (1)Describe the three factors that help create the formula for effective technology integration?
1. Learning Theory Foundations--looks at multiple pre-existing/contrasting theories to determine how to best go about integrating technology (objective vs constructive)
2. Integration Planning Model & Tech-PACK--uses the TIP model to determine how technology based knowledge can be assessed
3. Essential Conditions For Integration--ISTE, technology works best in optimal conditions (set by ISTE)
2. (4)Explain how objectivist learning theories lead to directed technology integration strategies.


1. Computers can provide information in a specific order (ex. PowerPoint), much like an objectivist teaching strategy would. Computers can also provide information quickly, allowing all students information at a rapid pace, therefore providing the opportunity for students to learn more information for standardized tests. It also identifies weaknesses in learning, promotes automacy, and supports self review.
(5)Explain how constructivist learning theories lead to inquiry-based technology integration strategies.
1. Constructivism is very inquiry-centered. Through integrating technology, learners are able to look at what interests them and discover new information on their own rather than being told what they have to learn and when. It also encourages group work.
(9)Describe one essential condition for technology integration and explain why it is important (page 64-69).
1. Technical assistance is important because without it, if there was a problem with technology in the classroom teachers would have to constantly wait for someone for a simple problem. However, for more complicated issues teachers need the support of the school and a person (or persons) to help work out difficult technological issues (for example, the computer not recognizing its own hardware system).