Implementation of document cameras and other technologies at Monte

Gardens Elementary, Concord, California

By Megan GerdtsMay 6, 2010

Touro University EDU 710

Introduction• Got $$$? Buy technology!

• Document cameras and projectors purchased for teachers and the librarian• Most teachers can turn on/off and

use the basic functions – now they need more training on how to EFFECTIVELY use technology

Statement of the ProblemTeachers

need to learn how to integrate technology effectivelyhave an attitude toward technology that helps or

hinders their successful integration (Mueller, et al., 2008)

need to feel like they have a say in how technology is integrated

have perceptions about the technology coordinator’s job that affect their integration

Monte Gardens Elementary needs an integration plan to help the teachers use recently purchased technology effectively.

Background and NeedMany Factors Contribute to the Successful

Integration of Technology AttitudePrior experience with technologyPrior education with technologyReason for integrationBeliefs surrounding technology as a teaching tool

Using effective technology while teaching, can significantly increase students’ knowledge, however, the key is that it must be effective… and you must receive training in how to do this!

Purpose of ProjectEffectively introduce document cameras and

LCD projectors to the Monte Gardens staff.Educate the staff on techniques that can be

used with document cameras to enhance their standards-based lessons.

Teach the staff how to make meaningful cross-curricular connections using technology.

Create a reference guide so that teachers have a resource at their finger-tips describing some technical how-to’s

Project ObjectivesSpecific Outcomes of this Project:Staff will know how to use the technologies at

Monte Gardens Elementary.Staff will integrate technology into lessons as

it is appropriate.Students will be exposed to more technology-

enriched lessons.Staff will use the technology coordinator as a

resource for both integration questions and technological support.

SummaryImplementing technology depends on many

factors

Teachers’ “baggage” can significantly impact the success or failure of integration.

Proper implementation at Monte Gardens is essential – training, supporting, integrating