Download Arizona Science Teacher Association

Arizona Science Teacher Association
Translating Science in the 21st Century
Computer based science projects involving
Podcasting, Wikis, and Virtual
Laboratory
21st Century Learning in the Classroom
• Learning IN the 21st Century
– Current tools, media, technology
• Learning FOR the 21st Century
– Critical thinking
– Applying knowledge
– Participating productively
Technology in the Science classroom
• Computer-Based Instruction technique
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Tutorials
Drill and Practice
Simulations
Educational Games
Provided as a supplement to classroom education
Benefits of Computer-Based Instruction
• Creates student interest and a learning
centered-atmosphere
• Increases student motivation
• Students can progress at their own pace
– Individual learning
• Provides immediate feedback
Virtual Laboratory
• Cost efficient
• Enables students to apply concepts in their
daily lives
My Future Research
• Does the implementation of Computer-Based
Instruction increase the content retention of
English Language Learners.
• Based on:
– Audio-visual learning
– Immediate feedback
– Meta-cognitive skills
• Language not a barrier
Sources online: OnlineLabs.in
Subjects:
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Chemistry
Physics
Biology
Anatomy
Geology
Astronomy
Design
Math
Anatomy
www.getbodysmart.com
Educational Games
• Interactive
• Students are interested
• Application of knowledge
Partnership for Biotechnology and
Genomics Education (PBGE)
pbge.ucdavis.edu
Currently Available Software
• Virtual DNA Fingerprinting Laboratory 3.0
• Virtual Plant Biotechnology and Genomics 2.0
• Legacy Software-Germ Wars
All virtual laboratories are available
to download for free
DNA Fingerprinting
21st Century Computer Based
Instruction in the Science Classroom
• Using current technologies
• Increasing critical thinking
• Applying knowledge
Thank you