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Preparing math and science teachers to use technology

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    Develop a common language and understanding about the uses of technology for instruction.

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    Emphasize the importance of identifying course goals and objectives before selecting instructional delivery tools.

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    Be aware that the use of technology for technology’s sake is more likely to impede learning than enhance it.

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    Recognize the value of being able to view the educational use of technology from the combined perspectives of both content and technology specialists.

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    Include plans to provide continued support for teacher educators to ensure the enhancement of newly-gained educational technology skills.

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  1. Department of Educational Technology, San Diego State University, San Diego

    Ann Shore (Lecturer)

  2. School of Teacher Education, San Diego State University, San Diego

    Cheryl Mason (Assistant professor)

  3. Courseware, Inc., San Diego

    Gini Pedersen (Instructional designer)

  4. School of Teacher Education, San Diego State University, San Diego

    Barbara Armstrong (Assistant professor)

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Shore, A., Mason, C., Pedersen, G. et al. Preparing math and science teachers to use technology. TECHTRENDS TECH TRENDS 35, 14–17 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02832081

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