Instructional Technology
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Big Ideas
Technology is any method, system, or device that is the result of scientific knowledge being used for practical purposes. A pencil, for example, is a piece of technology. So is a smartphone. A graphic organizer is a technology, whether on paper or on a computer. Not all technology is digital, but it is useful. When used to support any aspect of learning, it can be considered instructional technology.
To be effective users of technology, students should:
- Become fluent in using the technology. This requires training and practice.
- Become fluent in using the technology strategically. This requires understanding a strategy and practicing using the technology and strategy together. It also requires the teacher or instructor to be skilled in the strategic use of the technology so it can be demonstrated and supported.
Examples of Instructional Technology
Skill development across the curriculum.
This includes reading programs, text-to-speech, grammar, vocabulary, annotation tools, graphic organizers, concept maps, charts, data management, progress monitoring.
Research and information literacy.
This includes online information management, virtual presence (online meetings, communication), planning and producing high-quality products such as papers, articles, essays, and presentations.
Executive function skills.
This includes interactive communication tools, collaborative learning supports, stress management apps, self-discipline, planning and problem-solving tools, goal setting, self-progress monitoring.