Digital media and information and communication technology (ICT) are being used more and more in international contexts at universities. In her English-language dissertation, Elisa Bruhn examines how this technological potential can be used strategically to expand internationalization. The data basis of the thesis is a content analysis of…

The role of technology in educational settings has become increasingly prominent in recent years. When utilized effectively, these tools provide a higher quality of learning for students. "Optimizing STEM Education With Advanced ICTs and Simulations" is an innovative reference source for the latest scholarly research on the integration…

This book uncovers the important issues in language learning and teaching in the intelligent, digital era. "Social connectivity" is a contemporary style of learning and living. By engaging in the connectivity of physical and digital worlds, how essential parts of language learning and teaching can be achieved? How can the advanced…

Digital integration is the driving force of teaching and learning at all levels of education. As more non-traditional students seek credentialing, certification, and degrees, institutions continue to push the boundaries of innovative practices to meet the needs of diverse students. Programs and faculty have moved from merely using technology and…

Presents a bibliographic listing of ERIC/ChESS citations on the use of technology in social studies. Includes studies on computer use to learn map skills, information on incorporating computer work into the classroom, and surveys of software programs and microcomputer use. Provides details for obtaining additional information. (DK)

Examines proposals to computerize the political science curricula. Maintains that technological changes can support mainstream political science education, and provides criteria to determine whether microcomputers should be introduced. Questions whether fundamental abilities are improved by technology, and warns students may believe outcomes will…

This module is intended for use by the instructor who wishes to integrate a unit on telecommunications into an Introduction to Business course. Contents include a list of materials needed to teach the unit, a list of competency goals and objectives, and some materials necessary for the three parts of this module: an introduction to…

This module is intended for use by the instructor who wishes to integrate a unit on telecommunications into an Introduction to Computers course. Contents include a list of materials needed to teach the unit, a list of competency goals and objectives, and some materials necessary for the three parts of this module: an introduction to…

This module is intended for use by the instructor who wishes to integrate a unit on telecommunications into an Administrative Support Occupations I & II course. Contents include a list of materials needed to teach the unit, a list of competency goals and objectives, and some materials necessary for the two parts of this module: access to a news…

There is a serious risk that the extra burden of adding instruction about microcomputers and software to regular elementary school curricula may turn off both teachers and students to the potential that microcomputers have for improving learning. To counter this risk, microcomputers should be integrated into the regular instructional program of…

The rapid growth of information and communication technologies (ICT) has prompted concerns among parents, educators, and policymakers over the suitability of many educational applications and electronic toys for young children. This book provides information on how children from birth to age 6 develop an early awareness--and subsequently develop…

Papers from a conference on information technology and teacher education are presented. The 225 papers address the following topics: diversity and international perspectives; reading and language arts; mathematics; science; preservice teacher education; the educational computing course; graduate and inservice projects; faculty development;…

Technical aids and information technology are the subjects of this document, one of 9 modules in an 11-unit resource pack designed to help trainers and postsecondary and continuing education staff meet the needs of special needs students in Great Britain. Having completed the module, staff should be able to: (1) identify technical aids; (2)…

This publication teaches parents and their grades 3-8 children how to create simple essays and multimedia presentations, all designed to produce more interesting and better quality school assignments. Each chapter presents several cogent ideas for turning a homework assignment into a creative computer project, as well as step-by-step instructions…