Technology in Science Education
Science education is active learning. Furthermore, inquiry-learning plays an integral role in developing concepts and skills related to science. The following statement by Harris and Rooks (2010) in Roblyer and Doering (2013) demonstrates the role of technology in science education:
In many inquiry-based classrooms, students are using innovative technology tools and resources such as Internet search engines and databases, model building software, handheld technologies, and a wide array of data collection and communication tools to engage in real-world investigations and communicate findings. (p. 144)
Science education in inclusive classrooms should include technology so that all students can participate based on their individual differences and strengths. According to the following statement by Owston (2009) in Roblyer and Doering (2013) successful science programs use inquiry-based technologies that "emphasized teachers’ use of student-centered, inquiry-based approaches in their classrooms that involved all students regardless of ability. All made use of Web 2.0 technologies, such as blogs, webcasting, podcasts, and live video sessions." (p. 271)
Our group project deals with technology in science education. Based on these statements, we have designed a blog for a fifth grade class that is studying about light. Our project that we call The Spectacular Science Spot is an example of how we would use technology to provide student-based learning based on real-world investigations and communication.
Reference
Roblyer, M. D., & Doering, A. H. (2013). Technology and Learning with Technology in Mathematics and Science Instruction. Integrating educational technology into teaching (6th ed., pp. 308-329). Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon Publishers.
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