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Research - Video_Games_in_Education-MIT_Study.pdf - 0 views

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Pose hypothetical questions to a system
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  So, if a computer game or "edutainment" product doesn't follow the critera of a-f, is it ineffective and a waste of time? Still no studies show evidence to support the games' effectiveness.
  
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videogamesandeducation.pdf - 0 views

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positive connotations
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  positive connotations toward personal computer platforms may be a product of marketing, as asserted in the MIT study.
  
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As with other expressions of mass culture, there appears to be an established historical trend that minimizes its scientific importance
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One of the foremost objectives of much research was the study of the ìeffectsî of video games (aggressive behavior, addiction, isolation, school performance and the like), based on previous assumptions and research on television. But after two decades, research results on video games are somewhat confusing.
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is no scientific evidence to support this claim.
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Lastly, a certain number of authors refer to the need to include the video game phenomenon in the literature disseminated by the media.
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Hence, they point out how essential it is to act in school setting: either to counteract the effects of mass media, both cognitive and social; or to seriously affirm the inclusion of the critical study of these media and their procedures into school curricula.
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From all the aforementioned references, it can be deduced that, for learning, video games are of unquestionable importance,
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stimulating motivation,
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very useful in acquiring practical skills,
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ncreasing perception and stimulation
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developing skills in problem-solving, strategy assessment, media and tools organization and obtaining intelligent answers.
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esearch has yet to prove that video games are intellectually harmful
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on the contrary, many studies defend their great importance in the development of intellectual abilities
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ncourages the growth of spatial and logical skills, such as visualizing objects and relating them in space, organizing several factors with an end in mind (thinking strategically), and so on.
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Holland Public Schools - The Transformation of Holland High - 0 views

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This article looks at how a specific school is utilizing the technology the 21st century has to offer. It provides explanations on how teachers in the school incorporate technology into their teaching no matter what subject they teach. Criteria: "iPad application" esl education research

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article looks at how a specific school is utilizing the technology the 21st century has to offer. It provides explanations on how teachers in the school incorporate technology into their teaching no matter what subject they teach. Criteria: "iPad application" esl education research </div>

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Megan Daley on 09 Apr 13

This article looks at how a specific school is utilizing the technology the 21st century has to offer. It provides explanations on how teachers in the school incorporate technology into their teaching no matter what subject they teach. Criteria: "iPad application" esl education research

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article looks at how a specific school is utilizing the technology the 21st century has to offer. It provides explanations on how teachers in the school incorporate technology into their teaching no matter what subject they teach. Criteria: "iPad application" esl education research </div>

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Calculators Okay In Math Class, If Students Know The Facts First, Study Finds - 0 views

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This is a summary of research done that supports the use of calculators in the classroom as long as the operation is first learned by hand.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is a summary of research done that supports the use of calculators in the classroom as long as the operation is first learned by hand.</div>

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Katie Vainikka on 16 Apr 13

Something to consider if you plan to teach math... or have kids...

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The Social Classroom - 0 views

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Kaitlyn French on 16 Apr 13

This article is about twitter int he classroom. It talks about how twitter can be used to teach. The teacher tweets questions or main points to the class, then they respond and they can use the textbook and twitter and other resources. Also students can use twitter to research through hashtags and also used twitter to bookmark good sources. The article also talks about the drawbacks of using twitter in the classroom. The article also talks about how teachers collaborate and share ideas through twitter, skype, and google docs.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is about twitter int he classroom. It talks about how twitter can be used to teach. The teacher tweets questions or main points to the class, then they respond and they can use the textbook and twitter and other resources. Also students can use twitter to research through hashtags and also used twitter to bookmark good sources. The article also talks about the drawbacks of using twitter in the classroom. The article also talks about how teachers collaborate and share ideas through twitter, skype, and google docs. </div>

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Using Technology In 4th Grade Math Lessons - 0 views

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Katie Brown on 18 Apr 13

Integrating technology into a math lesson and learning to explore and develop theories on their own. Class uses the internet and real life activities to learn math. Well done example of engaging students with a real world context and using 21st century tools for research and collaboration.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Integrating technology into a math lesson and learning to explore and develop theories on their own. Class uses the internet and real life activities to learn math. Well done example of engaging students with a real world context and using 21st century tools for research and collaboration.</div>

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Interactive Whiteboards Enhance Classroom Instruction and Learning | NEA Member Benefits - 0 views

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shared by Emily Sullivan on 09 Apr 13 - No Cached

Emily Sullivan on 09 Apr 13

Research is reported within this article describing the improvements that have been discovered from the use of interactive whiteboards. For example, Harvard and Columbia found that student retention is improved up to 38% with the use of this technology. Search criteria: classroom interactive whiteboards

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Research is reported within this article describing the improvements that have been discovered from the use of interactive whiteboards. For example, Harvard and Columbia found that student retention is improved up to 38% with the use of this technology. Search criteria: classroom interactive whiteboards</div>

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Digital Equity: New Findings... - 0 views

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shared by Maggie Gorman on 11 Jun 13 - No Cached

Maggie Gorman on 11 Jun 13

This article focused on differential access to computers in school and home in the lives of kindergarten and first grade students. Super interesting article!!

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How Teachers Are Using Technology at Home and in Their Classrooms | Pew Research Center... - 0 views

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Sara Parson on 11 Apr 13

This article talks about how technology in classrooms is helpful, yet a lot of the time students might not have technology at home. This can hinder some students ability to complete classwork.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about how technology in classrooms is helpful, yet a lot of the time students might not have technology at home. This can hinder some students ability to complete classwork.</div>

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Technology in Schools Faces Questions on Value - NYTimes.com - 1 views

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Brooke Hieter on 09 Apr 13

In Chandler, Arizona the school district spent 33$ million to expand technological resources in the classroom. Unfortunately, test scores are not rising even with all of this new technological equipment. Technology and an overemphasis on digital skills is replacing the use of math, reading, and writing fundamentals. Search criteria: technology in the classroom site:nytimes.com

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In Chandler, Arizona the school district spent 33$ million to expand technological resources in the classroom. Unfortunately, test scores are not rising even with all of this new technological equipment. Technology and an overemphasis on digital skills is replacing the use of math, reading, and writing fundamentals. Search criteria: technology in the classroom site:nytimes.com</div>

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Technology and Young Children | National Association for the Education of Young Childre... - 0 views

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shared by Maggie Gorman on 30 Apr 13 - No Cached

Maggie Gorman on 30 Apr 13

Great resource on how to apply technology in early childhood education. search on google: early childhood education+technology+articles

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Great resource on how to apply technology in early childhood education. search on google: early childhood education+technology+articles</div>

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