Using Global Learning to Enhance the Preparation of Elementary Teachers in the Teaching of Mathematics and Science: What We Learned
(2003) Using Global Learning to Enhance the Preparation of Elementary Teachers in the Teaching of Mathematics and Science: What We Learned. In Proceedings of the World Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education 14, 1433-1436, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Abstract
Structured reflections and metacognitive thinking of elementary teacher education students provide powerful opportunities for students’ self-efficacy growth, and the development of both mathematics and science related pedagogical content knowledge (PCK). Guided student-instructor reflections were already a part of an integrated mathematics and science methods class for preservice elementary teachers. A global learning dimension was added to further develop the reflective practice through cross-cultural discussions between students, as well as faculty, with their counterparts at a collaborating overseas university. The discussions were conducted using e-mail and were guided by a series of questions upon which students were to reflect with their 'e-mate’. The pilot of this project revealed problems with the establishment of dependable communication between the students. It also revealed the need for a more structured communication process, more guidance for students in online etiquette, and reconsideration of how students would be assessed for global learning activities.
| Item Type: | Conference Paper |
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| Status: | Published |
| Keywords: | global learning; electronic forums; discussion forums;science education; elementary education; preservice education |
| Subjects: | Subjects UNSPECIFIED |
| ID Code: | 1687 |
| Deposited By: | Watters, James J |
| Deposited On: | 13 October 2005 |
| Alternative Locations: | http://site.aace.org/ |
| Copyright Owner: | Copyright 2003 (please consult author) |