Full Description
This CHOICE award-winning author has teamed up with two national, education technology experts to write a comprehensive book on technology for classroom and online learning for educators. Everything you need to know about using educational technology such as computer networking, peripherals, security, troubleshooting and maintenance, and teaching and learning with technology are covered. The book starts by reviewing the history of technologies, and then addresses the skill sets needed by all educators who use technology as part of their classroom and online instruction.
Benefits and Features of book:
·A comprehensive book covering all aspects of educational technology
·Each chapter objectives are aligned with the International Society for Technology in Education Standards (ISTE)
·Many schematics and diagrams of technology circuits are included
·Each chapter contains a comprehensive case study and exercises for practical application
·Provides a blend of academic, theory and practical perspectives on how to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot technology devices
·Several handy resources are included in the appendices
Contents
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
1 Introduction to Electronic Technologies
2 Electronics and Technology
3 Computer Peripherals
4 Computer Networking
5 Computing Platforms
6 Security and Maintenance
7 Teaching and Learning with Technology
8 Online and Blended Instruction
Appendix A: School Technology Resource Websites
Appendix B: Common Technology Acronyms
Appendix C: Technology Standards for School Administrators
Appendix D: Trademarks
About the Authors
Index
