HR: 1340h
AN: ED43B-0849    [Abstracts]
TI: Development of a Computer-Based Resource for Inclusion Science Classrooms
AU: * Olsen, J K
EM: jolsen@as.arizona.edu
AF: The University of Arizona , Department of Physics 1118 E 4th St #170B, Tucson, AZ 85721
AU: Slater, T
EM: tslater@as.arizona.edu
AF: The University of Arizona, Conceptual Astronomy and Physics Education and Research Steward Observatory 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ 85721
AB: Current instructional issues necessitate educators start with curriculum and determine how educational technology can assist students in achieving positive learning goals, functionally supplementing the classroom instruction. Technology projects incorporating principles of situated learning have been shown to provide effective framework for learning, and computer technology has been shown to facilitate learning among special needs students. Students with learning disabilities may benefit from assistive technology, but these resources are not always utilized during classroom instruction: technology is only effective if teachers view it as an integral part of the learning process. The materials currently under development are in the domain of earth and space science, part of the Arizona 5-8 Science Content Standards. The concern of this study is to determine a means of assisting inclusive education that is both feasible and effective in ensuring successful science learning outcomes for all students whether regular education or special needs.
UR: http://caperteam.as.arizona.edu/
DE: 0805 Elementary and secondary education
DE: 0820 Curriculum and laboratory design
DE: 0845 Instructional tools
DE: 0855 Diversity
SC: Education and Human Resources [ED]
MN: Fall Meeting 2005