Here you’ll find websites and articles on technology and learning. Additional resources can be found in the Research section.
Websites
Media Smarts
MediaSmarts is a Canadian organization dedicated to digital literacy. Today, children and youth must have the critical thinking skills to engage with media and technology in an active and informed way. Tutorials, blog posts and other digital and media literacy programs and resources can be found.
Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology
A peer-reviewed publication containing papers on all aspects of technology and learning – from instructional design, to online learning and computer applications in education.
Articles
Dialogue on Early Childhood Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education: First Experiences in Science, Mathematics, and Technology
The question isn’t whether computers can help young children learn, what we need to understand is how they can best aid in learning, and what types of learning should be facilitated. In his article Dialogue on Early Childhood Science, Mathematics and Technology Education: First Experiences in Sciences, Mathematics and Technology, author Douglas Clements also refers to Building Blocks, the technology-based curriculum he developed.
Teaching and Learning when No One Is Expert: Children and Parents Explore Technology
Many early childhood education programs have a strong tradition of arts-based programming. But studies in science, math and technology aren’t as prevalent, according to the authors of Early Childhood Research and Practice: Teaching and Learning When No One is Expert – Children and Parents Explore Technology. This paper outlines a pilot project where parents and children work together to learn about robotics.
Integrating technology into K-12 teaching and learning: current knowledge gaps and recommendations for future research
Many studies have proven classroom technology helps student learning, but barriers to its implementation and use continue. Khe Foon Hew and Thomas Bush identify and attempt to remedy these barriers in their article Integrating Technology into K-12 Teaching and Learning: Current Knowledge Gaps and Recommendations for Future Research.
Technology in Education Integration: People Not Laptops
In Technology in Education Integration: People Not Laptops, school administrator Ron Canuel shares his experience of integrating technology into Quebec classrooms. He points out ongoing professional development – for both teachers and students, is key. This article appeared in a 2009 edition of the OLPC News (One Laptop per Child).
Learning Resources
The following links are from 21st Century Schools, a group based in Austin, TX focused on professional staff development and curriculum design.
ePals
ePals is a site where teachers and students can join or start a collaborative project with anyone in the world. Classrooms can connect, exchange ideas and learn together.
The JASON Project
The JASON Project was founded by Dr. Robert D. Ballard, the oceanographer and explorer who discovered the Titanic shipwreck. Within months, he received thousands of letters from students asking to join his next expedition. Since 1989, the JASON Project has connected more than 10 million students and teachers with real scientific exploration and discovery.
The Edible Schoolyard Project
The Edible Schoolyard Project is a US-based resource for teachers who want to introduce healthy eating habits in their classroom and community. Ideas for hands-on activities, and ways to support local farms through lunch programs.
