Full Description
This book provides a snapshot of technology and innovation in teacher education and teaching, highlighting innovations from the field as well as gaps in student learning. Case studies showcase the importance of social media and virtual reality to support teacher education students during their learning, that allows continued opportunities for scaffolding and building a strong foundation of teacher pedagogy. This book also explores topics for future research, and the theoretical and practical development for future technological advances to support all students in educational settings. It discusses practical advice for teachers and teacher educators to implement technology and innovative practices into their classrooms to support and expand learning.
Contents
The role of virtual reality professional experiences in initial teacher education.- VR Simulations to Develop Teaching Practice with Pre-service Teachers.- Pre-service teachers' perceptions of establishing professional connections on Instagram.- Web-based International Learning in a Finnish Teacher Education Program: Building Students' International Competence.- A way forward for preschool teacher education and technology.- A literature review of educational robotics and early childhood education.- Incorporating Technologies-Based Thinking Skills in Initial Teacher Education.- Analysis of Entrepreneurial Education in Secondary Schools: Teaching the next generation of innovators.
