A study investigated the relevance and usefulness of inservice teacher training courses once the teacher returned to the classroom. Subjects were 207 participants in a course for secondary school teachers of English as a Second Language in Hong Kong. The course has two emphases: language proficiency improvement and curriculum development. Subjects…

A case study of an elementary school in Hong Kong found students benefit most when provided many opportunities to use information technologies (IT). Teachers' attitudes influence students' attitudes toward IT, and teachers are more likely to use technology if equipment is in the classroom. Improved curriculum and teaching methods will ensure the…