This paper presents the reflections of teachers regarding the use of ICT in teaching and their implications for students' quality of learning as well as on quality of teaching behaviours. The research data was collected in the frame of FISTE-project, A Future Way for In-service Teacher Training across Europe. It is argued that ICT is a key factor…

Challenged by some of the inherent difficulties in teaching qualitative data analysis, three instructors created an interactive digital learning object entitled "Sleuthing the Layered Text: Investigating Coding." In this paper we assess the effectiveness of that learning object as a tool for teaching qualitative coding. On the face of it, learning…

This article presents a methodology for developing learning objects for web-based courses using the IMS Learning Design (IMS LD) specification. We first investigated the IMS LD specification, determining how to use it with online courses and the student delivery model, and then applied this to a Unit of Learning (UOL) for online computer science…

Presents a program for teaching about native Americans. Includes information on where to get relevant materials. (JMB)

With the rapid development of wireless networks and mobile technologies and the increasing adoption of mobile learning, the need for "anywhere, anytime and any device" access to information becomes more evident. This has influenced the design of learning objects. The small but developing literature on vodcasting indicates its potential…

Resource unit outlines for classroom teachers on alcohol education for Grades 7 through 12. (JA)

Discusses the value of open-ended, individualized reading units and presents units on Aesop's fables and fairy tales. (JMB)

This paper explores the impact that SCORM conformance has had on workplace e-learning. The author describes a project in which she was requested to "repurpose" some materials that had originally been designed for the face-to-face teaching of English as a Foreign Language, into SCORM conformant e-learning materials. The rationale for this request…

THE SEMINARS PLANNED FOR THE 8-WEEK SPRING SESSION ARE LISTED, USING PROFESSIONAL RESOURCE PERSONS FROM THE COMMUNITY AS TEACHERS. THE ELECTION OF STUDENTS PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE WAS MADE BY CLASSROOM TEACHERS, GUIDANCE COUNSELORS, AND ADMINISTRATORS. THE CONCERT SERIES CONTINUED WITH TWO CONERTS FOR ALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND A STRINGED…

This brief NEA newsletter addresses itself to the importance of good nutrition habits to the central nervous system which, in turn, exerts an effect on learning. Features include: (1) outlines for nutrition education in units for grades K-3, grades 4-6, grades 7-9, and grades 10-12; (2) a school breakfast project for a class of emotionally…

The ever growing number and variety of learning resources for Jewish studies provide American education with a new and enriching dimension. (Author)

Explains why black history should be included in elementary school curriculums, how this can be accomplished, and the probable effects. (DR)

Reviews "Happily Ever After," a reading readiness program that is designed to help those children who lack many of the concepts and abilities assumed by most readiness programs. (FL)

Currently available courseware packages for teaching the work unit may not meet different students' needs. Also, a single teacher, even with tools, is likely to have difficulties and may need cooperation of other teachers in dealing with students' problems in the learning unit. This research aims to devise a set of computer based tools to meet the…