Teaching with ICT

the long version

This book prepares pre-service teachers across the three phases of learning to understand the role technology can play in teaching and learning. The book discusses national and social influences on the availability of technology in different classrooms, allowing the reader to reflect on the various ICT possibilities in their teaching. With practical examples of ICT use in the classroom, this book is a valuable resource for both pre-service teachers and teachers. Key features: Provides frameworks for thinking about the role of ICT in classroom teaching, as well as principles, guidelines and examples of application ; Pedagogy encourages critical reflection about how to get the best out of using technology to achieve best teaching practices ; Practical examples, including personal anecdotes, demonstrate how ICT may be used in schools ; Discusses national and social influences as to the use of technologies or ICTs within the various sectors of Australasian schooling.