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Yadav, Aman; Hong, Hai; Stephenson, Chris – TechTrends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning, 2016
The recent focus on computational thinking as a key 21st century skill for all students has led to a number of curriculum initiatives to embed it in K-12 classrooms. In this paper, we discuss the key computational thinking constructs, including algorithms, abstraction, and automation. We further discuss how these ideas are related to current…
Descriptors: Thinking Skills, Elementary Secondary Education, Technological Literacy, Educational Technology
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Orazalina, Zaure; Zavalko, Nadegda; Yessekeshova, Maral Duiseneevna; Tashkenbayeva, Zhuldyz Muhtarovna; Aldabergenova, Saule – International Journal of Environmental and Science Education, 2016
Present article provides the definition of the concept of "teacher's readiness for using virtual educational environment in credit educational technology". We defined the criterions and development levels of college teacher's readiness for using virtual educational environment, which are represented by three components - motivational,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Faculty, Readiness, Educational Technology
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Henriksen, Danah; Mishra, Punya; Fisser, Petra – Educational Technology & Society, 2016
In this article, we explore creativity alongside educational technology, as fundamental constructs of 21st century education. Creativity has become increasingly important, as one of the most important and noted skills for success in the 21st century. We offer a definition of creativity; and draw upon a systems model of creativity, to suggest…
Descriptors: Creativity, Educational Technology, Educational Change, Definitions
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Tang, Kai-Yu; Li, Ming-Chaun; Hsin, Ching-Ting; Tsai, Chin-Chung – Educational Technology & Society, 2016
This paper used a novel literature review approach--co-citation network analysis--to illuminate the latent structure of 87 empirical papers in the field of young children's learning with technology (YCLT). Based on the document co-citation analysis, a total of 206 co-citation relationships among the 87 papers were identified and then graphically…
Descriptors: Young Children, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Literature Reviews
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Falk, John H.; Dierking, Lynn D.; Swanger, Lisa Prendergast; Staus, Nancy; Back, Mariana; Barriault, Chantal; Catalao, Carlos; Chambers, Cindy; Chew, Ling-Ling; Dahl, Svein A.; Falla, Sigrid; Gorecki, Bern; Lau, Tak-Cheung; Lloyd, Andy; Martin, Jennifer; Santer, Jennifer; Singer, Silvia; Solli, Anne; Trepanier, Gabrielle; Tyystjarvi, Kati; Verheyden, Patricia – Science Education, 2016
This international investigation was designed to determine if, and under what circumstances experiences at science centers, significantly correlated with a range of adult general public science and technology literacy measures. Given the complex and cumulative nature of science and technology learning, and the highly variable and free-choice…
Descriptors: Science Teaching Centers, Surveys, Adults, Foreign Countries
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Miller, Kyle – Journal of Early Childhood Research, 2016
As part of a larger project on the transition to kindergarten, eight families volunteered for a photography-based study. The purpose of this study was to gain further insight into how low-income families prepare children for kindergarten. Following a photo elicitation approach, eight families used a digital camera for 1 week to document activities…
Descriptors: Low Income Groups, Kindergarten, School Readiness, Photography
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Aldhafeeri, Fayiz; Palaiologou, Ioanna; Folorunsho, Aderonke – International Journal of Early Years Education, 2016
Scholars in the field of early childhood education are still debating the inclusion of digital technologies in play-based pedagogy and our understanding of digital play in early childhood education is still developing. This research paper examines early childhood education teachers' views, aptitudes and attitudes towards digital technologies in…
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, Early Childhood Education, Foreign Countries, Information Technology
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Levy, Rachael – International Journal of Early Years Education, 2016
This paper presents a historical reflection on gender and literacy, with a view to informing the present teaching of literacy in early childhood. The relationship between gender, literacy and opportunity in the labour market is examined, given that despite girls' achievement in literacy, in comparison with boys', women continue to earn…
Descriptors: Educational History, Early Childhood Education, Literacy Education, Preschool Teachers
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Zeidler, Dana L.; Herman, Benjamin C.; Clough, Michael P.; Olson, Joanne K.; Kahn, Sami; Newton, Mark – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 2016
This editorial examines significant deleterious issues that have emerged unchecked, and seemingly embraced unwittingly, by the greater science education community, the public at-large, and even segments of the international science education community. Their claims are grounded in three main cases that are distinct, yet intertwined with one…
Descriptors: Science Education History, Trend Analysis, Preservice Teacher Education, Engineering Education
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Vanek, Jenifer – Language Policy, 2016
This paper investigates the impact of differing interpretation of federal education policy in three different states. The policy, the Workforce Investment Act Title II, has defined the services provided for adult English language learners (ELLs) enrolled in Adult Basic Education programs in the United States since it was passed in 1998. At the…
Descriptors: Language Planning, Educational Legislation, Federal Legislation, English Language Learners
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Nordin, Hasniza; Faekah, Tengku Ariffin Tengku – Malaysian Journal of Learning and Instruction, 2016
Purpose: This study focused on the validation of a Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) instrument for using ICT in teaching and learning effectively in a Malaysian secondary school setting. The aim of this study was to confirm a seven-factor TPACK model which includes Technological Knowledge, Content Knowledge, Pedagogical…
Descriptors: Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Technological Literacy, Case Studies, Foreign Countries
Change the Equation, 2016
Technology and engineering have played central roles in forming our national identity. We see the United States as a nation of tinkerers and inventors who have helped chart the course of global innovation for centuries. Only time will tell if we can continue to live up to this conception of ourselves. As technology and engineering come to affect…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Middle School Students, Grade 8, Job Skills
Arnold, Stephen – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2016
Today digital-device-outfitted Millennials comprise the majority of university students. Concern over these digital natives' tendency to perform lower than expected as a group in college after completing a commendable high school experience, has some eyeing character traits as a possible culprit. Conversely, university faculties are comprised…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Multimedia Materials, Technological Literacy, Technology Integration
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Phillips, Michael – Digital Education and Learning, 2016
The final chapter of this book explores new ways in which teachers' use of technologies in schools may be considered. In particular, the reader is challenged by six propositions regarding the influence of communities of practice on in-service teachers' TPACK enactment: (1) processes of identity development and practice constitute aspects of…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Technological Literacy, Pedagogical Content Knowledge
Care, Esther; Anderson, Kate – Center for Universal Education at The Brookings Institution, 2016
Education of the 20th century was characterized mainly by content and knowledge accumulation. Skills development was dictated largely by the needs of the Industrial Age, which was in turn dominated by rote tasks and manual labor. Literacy and, to a lesser degree, numeracy were perceived as necessary in that they provided increased access to…
Descriptors: Educational Practices, Skill Development, 21st Century Skills, Educational History
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