(Ebook) Teachers Discovering Computers Integrating Technology in a Changing World 8th Edition by Glenda A Gunter, Randolph E Gunter ISBN 1285845439 9781285845432

(Ebook) Teachers Discovering Computers Integrating Technology in a Changing World 8th Edition by Glenda A Gunter, Randolph E Gunter ISBN 1285845439 9781285845432

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ISBN 10: 1285845439 
ISBN 13: 9781285845432
Author: Glenda A Gunter, Randolph E Gunter

TEACHERS DISCOVERING COMPUTERS: INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY IN A CHANGING WORLD, EIGHTH EDITION introduces future educators to technology and digital media. Tomorrow's teachers will learn about the latest trends in technology and how to integrate these concepts into their classroom using a variety of practical applications to successfully teach the current generation of digital students.

(Ebook) Teachers Discovering Computers Integrating Technology in a Changing World 8th Table of contents:

Chapter 1. Integrating Educational Technology into the Curriculum
Curriculum-Specific Learning
Computer, Information, and Integration Literacy
What Is a Computer and What Does It Do?
The Evolution of Computers and Digital Media
What Is Digital Media?
Categories of Computers
Personal Computers
Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices
Game Consoles
Servers, Supercomputers, and Embedded Computers
Why Use Computer Technology in Education?
International Society for Technology in Education
The World Is Flat
21st Century Skills
21st Century Student Outcomes
Computing in the Digital Age
Digital Students: Who Are They and How Do They Learn?
Digital Students: What They Should Know
ARCS Motivational Model
Creating a Professional Teaching Portfolio
What Is a Professional Teaching Portfolio?
Why You Should Have an ePortfolio
What Should Be Included in Your ePortfolio?
Where Should I Store My ePortfolio?
Impact of Smartphones, Tablet Computers, and Apps on Education
Accessing the Computer Concepts CourseMate Web Site for Teachers Discovering Computers, 8th Edition
Using the Computer Concepts CourseMate Web Site for Teachers Discovering Computers, 8th Edition
Interacting with End-of-Chapter Materials
ePortfolio
Timeline — Milestones in Computer History
Guide to Professional, State, and Federal Educational Web Sites
Summary of Introduction to Integrating Technology in Education
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Special Feature: Guide to Professional, State, and Federal Web Sites
Chapter 2. Communications, Networks, the Internet, and the World Wide Web
What Is Communications?
Communications Networks
Local Area Networks
Wide Area Networks
Home Networks
Networking the Classroom, School, and District
Wireless Schools and Classrooms
High-Speed or Broadband Access
The Benefits of Computer Networks in Education
What Is the Internet?
History of the Internet
How the Internet Works
Internet Access Providers
Connecting to the Internet
The Internet Backbone
Internet Addresses
The World Wide Web
How a Web Page Works
Web Browser Software
Web Site Categories
Searching for Information on the Web
Multimedia on the Web
Other Internet Services
E-mail
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Newsgroups and Message Boards
Mailing Lists
Instant Messaging
Chat Rooms
Voice Over IP (VoIP)
Netiquette
Internet Security
The Impact of the Internet and the World Wide Web on Education
The Future of the Internet and the World Wide Web
Apps and Tablet Computers
Guide to World Wide Web Sites and Search Tools
Summary of Communications, Networks, the Internet, and the World Wide Web
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Chapter 3. Software for Educators
The Operating System
The Role of the Operating System
Using Different Operating Systems
Stand-Alone Operating Systems
Embedded Operating Systems
Emerging Operating Systems
The Role of the User Interface
Application Software
Starting a Software Application
Working with Software Applications
Voice Recognition
Note Taking Software
Productivity Software
Word Processing Software
Spreadsheet Software
Database Software
Presentation Graphics Software
Personal Information Managers
Web Applications
Is an App Different from a Web Application or an Application Software Program?
Software Suites
Graphics and Multimedia Software
Desktop Publishing Software
Paint/Image Editing Software
Clip Art/Image Gallery
Multimedia Authoring Software
Video and Audio Editing Software
Web Page Authoring Software
Software for School Use
School and Student Management Software
Gradebook Software
K–12 Educational Software Applications
Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI)
Drill-and-Practice Software
Educational Games
Tutorials
Educational Simulations
Integrated Learning Systems
Curriculum-Specific Educational Software
Special Needs Software
Software for Home and Personal Use
Personal Finance Software
Tax Preparation Software
Legal Software
Entertainment Software
Learning Aids and Support Tools
Using Online Help
Other Learning Resources
Software Versions and Upgrades
Using Different Software Versions
Summary of Software for Educators
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Chapter 4. Hardware for Educators
The System Unit
Data Representation
The Components of the System Unit
The Motherboard
The CPU
Memory
Expansion Slots and Expansion Cards
Removable Memory Devices
Ports and Connectors
What Is Input?
What Are Input Devices?
The Keyboard
Pointing Devices
Touch and Multi-Touch Screens
Optical Scanners
Pen Input
Digital Cameras
Audio and Video Input
Smartphones and Media Players Input
What Is Output?
What Are Output Devices?
Display Devices
Printers
Data Projectors
Facsimile (Fax) Machines
Multifunction Devices
Interactive Whiteboards
Speakers, Headphones, and Earphones
What Is Storage?
Storage Media and Devices
Magnetic Disks
Hard Disks
Solid State Drives
Optical Discs
CDs and DVDs
Types of Optical Discs
Miniature Mobile Storage Media
Cloud Storage
Buyer’s Guide
Summary of Hardware for Educators
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Chapter 5. Technology, Digital Media, and Curriculum Integration
What Is Digital Media?
Why Are Digital Media Applications Important for Education?
What Is Curriculum?
CORE Curriculum Standards and Benchmarks
What Is Technology Integration?
Classroom Integration Versus Computer Labs and Media Centers
The Classroom in Action
Integrating Technology into the Curriculum
Changing Instructional Strategies
Barriers to Technology Integration
Technology Integration and the Learning Process
The Learning Process
Technology and the Learning Process
Strategies for Integrating Technology into Teaching
The Role of the School District
Planning for Technology Integration in the Classroom
One-Computer Classroom
Two-Computer Classroom
Classroom with More Than Two Computers
Using a Computer Lab or a Media Center
Using a Wireless Mobile Lab
Planning Lessons with Technology
KWL Charts
Instructional Models
The ASSURE Model
Creating and Integrating Digital Media Presentations
Data Projectors
Interactive Whiteboards
Getting Started at a New School
Information About Technology
Technology Training
Hardware
Software
Other Technologies
Technology Supplies
Putting It All Together
Creating an Integrated Learning Environment
The Classroom Centers
The Results of Technology Integration
Learning Theories and Educational Research
Summary of Technology and Curriculum Integration
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Special Feature: Learning Theories and Educational Research
Chapter 6. The Changing Face of Education — Teaching Online
Tipping Point — A Moment in History
Distance Education
Delivery of Distance Education
Impact on Government, Businesses, and Organizations
Impact on Colleges and Universities
Impact on K–12 Schools
Impact on Professional Development Training
The K–12 eLearning Environment
Growth of Online Schools and Programs
What Is a Virtual School?
How Do Virtual Schools Work?
What Are Vitrual School Programs?
What Is Blended Learning?
What Are the Benefits of Blended Learning?
Transitioning to Teaching Online
What Do I Need to Know to Teach Online?
Do I Have to Be a Computer Genius?
I Am Ready — Sign Me Up!
Prepare for the Hiring Process
Take Training and Ask Questions
Prepare for the Job
Know Your Content
Use Questioning as an Instructional Strategy
Create a Schedule
Establish a Home Office
Tools for Online Learning
Mobile Learning in the Online Environment
Using Curriculum-Specific Apps
Creating a Teacher’s Web Page
Creating Blogs
Creating a Wiki
Creating a Podcast
Multimedia Authoring Software
Assessing Online Learning
Putting It All Together: The Florida Virtual School
A World without Wires — Tablets, Apps, and More
Summary and Implications for Education
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Special Feature: A World without Wires — Tablets, Apps, and More
Chapter 7. Evaluating Educational Technology and Integration Strategies
Evaluating Educational Technology
Sources of Information
Evaluating Software Programs
Evaluating Web Resources
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technology Integration
Assessment Tools for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technology Integration
Evaluating Technology-Supported Student Projects
Putting It All Together — Evaluating Technology Integration
Integration Strategies
One-Computer Classroom
Multicomputer Classroom
Computer Labs/Media Centers
Curriculum Integration Activities
Curriculum Resource Pages
Interactive Lessons and Assessment
Creating Lesson and Project Plans
Finding Funds to Support Classroom Technology Integration
Fund-Raising Drives and Academic Contests
Grants
Summary of Evaluating Educational Technology and Integration Strategies
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Chapter 8. Security Issues and Ethics in Education
Computer Security: Risks and Safeguards
Computer Viruses
Virus Detection and Removal
Unauthorized Access and Use
Possessed Objects and Biometric Devices
Firewalls
Hardware Theft and Vandalism
Software Theft
Information Theft
System Failure
Backing Up — the Ultimate Safeguard
Ethics and the Information Age
Information Privacy
Copyright Laws
Internet Ethics and Objectionable Materials
Government Actions
Parental Controls
Educational Controls
Green Computing
Health Issues
Computers and Health Issues
Ergonomics
The Changing Classroom
Summary of Security Issues and Ethics in Education
Summary of Teachers Discovering Computers
Key Terms
Checkpoint
Teaching Today
Education Issues
Apps Corner
Digital Media Corner
Assistive Technologies Corner
In the Lab
Critical Thinking Exploration
Appendix. References

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