Share Paper: Teachers’ Use of Educational Technology and Web Adventures: Innovative Interactive Digital Media for Learning Science

  1. Adem Ekmekci, Rice University, United States
  2. Anne Papakonstantinou, Rice University, United States
  3. Paul Varner, Varner, Paul L. - Sole Proprietor, United States
  4. Mahtob Aqazade, Rice University, United States

Abstract: Technology is a fundamental tool for teaching and learning science. It is a key enabler of continuous, lifelong learning, serving as a gateway to directly accessing knowledge and fostering learning. This paper presents what education technology tools STEM teachers often utilize in their classrooms in general and how they utilize Web Adventures—innovative interactive digital media to inspire and educate middle and high school students in STEM. More than 300 teachers responded to a survey about their technology use in general and Web Adventures use, in particular, in their instruction. Teachers reported high use of learning management systems, educational videos, and ...