Depth: EDUC 8814 Current Research on the Constructivist Approach to Implementing
Technology Across the Curriculum
Questions or Objectives:
1. How can the integration of technology change the way curriculum is implemented?
2. Can integration technology change the traditional way of implementing subjects across the
curriculum?
3. How can using the constructivist approach be applied to technology across the curriculum?
4. Is technology an effective method of implementing the schools’ curriculum?
References:
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Sample lessons that integrate type II applications. Computers in the Schools, 22(3/4),
119-130.
Britten, J., & Cassady, J. (2005). The technology integration assessment instrument:
Understanding planned use of technology by classroom teachers. Computers in the
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Cowan, J. E. (2008, November). Strategies for planning technology-enhanced learning
experiences. Clearing House,82(2), 55-59.
Crompton, M. (2004, July/August). A new curriculum for a new age. TechTrends: Linking
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Gimbert, B., & Cristol, D. (2004, March). Teaching curriculum with technology: Enhancing
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Grant, M., Ross, S., Wang, W., & Potter, A. (2005, November). Computers on wheels: An
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Herring, M. C. (2004, Winter). Development of constructivist-based distance learning
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Jones, A., Harlow, A., & Cowie, B. (2004). New Zealand teachers' experiences in implementing
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O’Bannon, B., & Judge, S. (2004, Winter). Implementing partnerships across the curriculum
with technology. Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 37(2), 197-213.
Rigeman, S., & McIntire, N. (2005, July). Enhancing curriculum and instruction through
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Demonstration: In our Depth, we will present two elements. First, we will write an annotated
bibliography of 15 refereed research studies from scholarly journals on the topics of a
constructivist approach to using technology across the curriculum. We will write a 25 - 30 page
paper summarizing and comparing the following themes from the research studies, relating them
to the theories of __________ (one or more of your theorists from the Breadth).