Research

Much of the research I looked to pointed out collaboration among students as key to incorporating technology in the curriculum; this is also where I felt my unit was lacking in student collaboration.


 * Collaboration & Technology:**

Fisher, M., & Baird, D.E. (2006). Making mlearning work: Utilizing mobile technology for collaboration, assessment, and mmmm reflection in higher education. Educational Technology Systems, 35(1), 3-30. Retrieved from mmmm http://www.scribd.com/doc/25888212/Making-mLearning-Work-Utilizing-mobile-technology-for-collaboration-assessment-and-reflection-in-higher-education-Fisher-Baird

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 * Mobile learning allows for collaboration among students: this aids in student retention & high quality thinking/reflection
 * Allowing for use of social constructs in technology benefits our students independent thought
 * Our students have been trained through their own gaming, computer use, etc to take on multiple streams of information at once. They are also constantly connected to peers through social networking. Students feel that they need to “bounce ideas” off others before making a decision.
 * Attributes to the digital learning experience: interactive, learner centered, authentic, collaborative, on demand

Killeavy, M., & Moloney, A. (2010). Reflection in a Social Space: Can Blogging Support Reflective Practice for Beginning mmmmm Teachers?. //Teaching and Teacher Education: An International Journal of Research and Studies //, 26(4), 1070-1076. mmmmm Retrieved from EBSCO//host //.
 * Blogging:**



Penrod, D. (2007). //Using Blogs to Enhance Literacy: The next powerful step in 21st century learning//. Lanham, MD: Rowman mmmmm & Littlefield Publishers.

Demski, J. (2010). Ed Tech Experts Choose Top Tools. //T.H.E. Journal //, 37(7), 32-37. Retrieved from EBSCO//host //. 
 * Web 2.0 Tools:**

**VoiceThread:**


 * VoiceThread allows students to hold a conversation around images, documents, etc. It is easily adaptable to many learning settings & abilities.
 * VoiceThread allows for active learning; which students at all levels and abilities benefit from. VoiceThread also allows for a collaborative learning environment for students.
 * Flexible tool that can be used at different grade levels and course subjects.