Viewpoints Vol. 12
Using Technology to Improve Student Learning
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Introduction
Essay: Using Technology in Education
by Ginger M. Reynolds, Ph.D.
An overview of the issues surrounding using technology in education
to improve student learning and teacher effectiveness, findings of
recent research, and current efforts designed to help us realize
technology's potential.
NCLB Goals for Enhancing Education Through Technology
The goals specified in Title II, Part D, of the No Child Left
Behind Act, called the Enhancing Education Through
Technology Act.
Educational Technology State Grants Program
A description of the state grants available through the No Child
Left Behind Act.
NETS for Students
Technology foundation standards for students, developed by the
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and a
consortium of distinguished partners and cosponsors.
National Research Council Technology Requirements
A list of 10 requirements for technology to be broadly applied
to improve student learning.
Learning Point Associates Technology Resources
A wide array of technology resources—including tools, publications,
and research studies—that can assist educators, administrators,
policymakers, and other education stakeholders with the systemic
integration of education technology.
References
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Acknowledgments
Gina Burkhardt, CEO
Learning Point Associates
Cathy Gunn, Executive Director
North Central Regional Educational Laboratory
Gail Lieberman, Director
Policy and Networks
Ginger M. Reynolds, Project Manager
Ed Janus, Audio Production
Jan Gahala, Editor
Ann Christianson, Art Directorr
Anthony Kelly, Graphic Designer
Reviewers
Lynne R. Schrum, Ph.D., University of Utah
Edward J. DeYoung, Ph.D., Barrington (Ill.) Community School District 220
Jan M. Van Dam, Ed.D., International Society for Technology in Education
Danielle Carnahan, Learning Point Associates
Matt Dawson, Learning Point Associates
James Sweet, Learning Point Associates