Wednesday, October 5
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
EDT
Room 5

Refining the EDvolution: Increasing the Integration of Educational Technology into Content-Specific Teaching Methods Courses

Birds of a Feather ID: 61629
  1. Trudy Giasi
    Southeast Missouri State University
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    Jana Gerard
    Southeast Missouri State University
  3. William McNeary
    Southeast Missouri State University
  4. Aaron Wacker
    Southeast Missouri State University
  5. Sara Garner
    Southeast Missouri State University

Abstract: We suspect, based on student and regional teacher feedback that middle and secondary pre-service teacher candidates lack certain educational technology competencies needed to be an educational professional. Although there are varied opportunities for educational technology integration within pedagogy courses and field practicums, there has been a lack of integration in the content methods courses. With a new team of instructors in place, there has been an increased interest in a collaborative effort towards cohesive technology integration across methods courses. The STEAM education disciplines (e.g. science, mathematics, family & consumer science, music education) are a specific area of focus for this problem of practice inquiry. Our questions are (1) How do we better integrate educational technology into content-specific teaching methods courses? (2) How do we, as a middle and secondary teacher preparation program, communicate and collaborate to establish a strong cohesive connection between all program courses as it relates to technology integration? To address concerns regarding technology integration into content teaching methods classes, we have adopted a multi-pronged approach. Strategies include the development of Program Coordinator’s Working Group, discussion at college-level educator preparation meetings, support through The EDvolution Center, strategic integration of educational technology tools/frameworks into coursework, and instructor professional development.

Objectives

1. Share strategies for developing collaborations between ed prep and content that support tech integration 2. Share resources that support faculty and secondary student technology integration 3. Brainstorm new strategies 4. Create a collaborative list of resources

Topical Outline

Problem of Practice Background Information Questions What We Have Done to Address the Issue Outcomes

Experience Level

Beginner

Qualifications

Dr. Trudy Giasi is an Assistant Professor of STEM Education at Southeast Missouri State University. She has experience in PK-12 Science/STEM education as well as the arts serving in a variety of roles including middle school classroom teacher, district science/STEM coordinator, professional development provider, and grant program coordinator. Dr. Giasi currently works with pre-service undergraduate and graduate teacher candidates and teaches courses in integrated educational technology and STEM teaching methods. She collaborates with a variety of school districts throughout the country as well as state-level education departments to develop cohesive and integrated STEM programming. Dr. Giasi is a passionate educator and STEM advocate that works with stakeholders across the country to promote STEM Education awareness and increase the opportunity for all students to engage in high-quality, authentic STEM experiences.
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