Instructional Technology in Early Childhood

Howard P. Parette, Jr., Ed.D., Craig Blum, Ph.D.

Early Childhood, Higher Education

Videos, apps, web-based games, SMART boards—how can you use instructional technology options like these to strengthen teaching and learning in your early childhood program? Discover the answers in this accessible, problem-solving guide for pre-K and kindergarten, your key to choosing and using instructional technology to improve outcomes and ensure that children with and without disabilities are actively engaged.

Features:

• GET TEACHERS READY TO:
  • plan instructional activities that help all children meet curriculum standards and benchmarks
  • integrate developmentally appropriate technology into planned activities
  • use technology to enhance inclusion of children with disabilities and help them achieve IEP goals
  • locate high-quality technology options that are affordable and readily available
  • support emergent reading, writing, positive behavior, and social communication through strategic use of technology
  • weave technology into every part of the school day, including arrival, circle time, snack time, play, and transitions
  • overcome obstacles to use of technology, from financial limitations to teacher training
  • measure the effectiveness of technology-supported activities with assessment tools and data collection strategies

Practical Features:

• Quick-reference charts that lead teachers step-by-step through the EXPECT IT-PLAN IT-TEACH IT approach
• Detailed classroom vignettes
• Screenshots and photos of key technology applications
• Specific examples of enhancing instruction with technology
• Learning objectives at the start of every chapter

Reviews

Susan Mistrett, Assistive Technology Project Director, Models for Promoting Young Children's Use of Assistive Technology

“If you were unsure about technology use by children, this book will convince you of its absolute appropriateness in supporting children's learning.”

Sharon Judge, Professor and Associate Dean, Old Dominion University

“Provides concrete examples of how to integrate readily available technologies that can easily be used to support young children's learning. The authors have produced an innovative framework . . . that is just what teachers need right now.”

Authors: Howard P. Parette Jr., Ed.D., Craig Blum Ph.D.

Related Courses

Technology for Young Children with Disabilities (SED369) Technology for All Young Children (ECHD430) Technology in Curriculum & Instruction (IST5303) Introduction to Education Technologies (EIM300)

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