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Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Technology in Middle School Technology‐Rich Environments: A Study of Implementation and Change
Author(s) -
James Robert K.,
Lamb Charles E.,
Householder Daniel L.,
Bailey Melynda A.
Publication year - 2000
Publication title -
school science and mathematics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.135
H-Index - 2
eISSN - 1949-8594
pISSN - 0036-6803
DOI - 10.1111/j.1949-8594.2000.tb17317.x
Subject(s) - curriculum , mathematics education , teamwork , technology integration , creativity , the internet , variety (cybernetics) , set (abstract data type) , professional development , instructional design , educational technology , pedagogy , computer science , psychology , political science , social psychology , artificial intelligence , world wide web , law , programming language
The GTECH project, funded through a grant from the GTE Foundation, prepared school teams of science, mathematics and technology teachers and an administrator to set goals for their local schools regarding implementation of electronic technology and integration of content across curricular areas. A variety of teacher‐centered staff development strategies were used to enable participants to achieve local school objectives, model and encourage active learning environments involving technology, develop integrated curriculum and provide training to their peers. GTECH staff provided workshops and summer institutes based on teacher feedback and classroom observations. Data from the Stages of Concerns Questionnaire assisted the staff in designing effective staff development activities. Over the 2‐year period, teacher teams developed and implemented integrated instructional materials and developed skills in using HyperStudio, PowerPoint, telecommunications applications, and instructional resources from the Internet. They also linked instruction to new state and national standards in science, mathematics, and technology. GTECH teachers reported that their students have expanded their knowledge and skill in problem solving, teamwork, technical expertise, and creativity.