Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom Teaching is designed to introduce future teachers to computer technology in a meaningful, practical fashion. It is written for undergraduate and graduate students who want an up-to-date, readable, practical, concise introduction to computers for teachers.
Part 1. An Introduction To Computers And EducationalTechnology.
Chapter 1. The Historical Past.
Chapter 2. Getting Started On The Computer.
Part 2. Integrating The Internet Into The Classroom.
Chapter 3. Networking, Internet And Distance Learning.
Chapter 4. The Web.
Chapter 5. Internet Issues.
Part 3. Using And Selecting Educational Technology.
Chapter 6. Word Processing.
Chapter 7. Desktop Publishing.
Chapter 8. Databases.
Chapter 9. Spreadsheets And Integrated Programs.
Chapter 10. Digital Photography And Newer Technologies.
Chapter 11. Multimedia And Video Technology.
Chapter 12. Selecting Software And Integrating It Into TheClassroom.
Chapter 13. Technology In Special Education: AssistiveTechnology.
Chapter 14. Teacher Support Tools, Music, Art, And GraphicsSoftware.
Part 4. What Teachers Should Know About EducationalTechnology.
Chapter 15. One Computer In The Classroom.
Chapter 16. Learning Theorists, And Research.
Chapter 17. The Future.
Appendix A. Directory Of Selected Software Publishers.
Appendix B. Recommended Mail Order And Online SoftwareSources.
Glossary.
Index.
Vicki Sharp is a best-selling author of over 30 books. Her Ed Tech book is currently the number 3 book in this market. She teaches at California State University-Northridge with experience teaching in elementary school. She received her Ph.D. in Quantitative Research from St. Louis University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington University. She teaches math/science methods courses and computer courses and supervises student teachers. She serves as a computer consultant and trainer for software publishers and school districts in Southern California. She speaks at computer conventions such as Computer User Educators (CUE) and The National Education Computing Conference (NECC). She is currently a member of the Educational Advisory Board for Knowledge Adventurer, one of the top publishers of educational software. Her special interests are integrating the computer into the classroom, teacher education, and school improvement.
