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Information Technology and Authentic Learning
Realising the Potential of Computers in the Primary Classroom
Introduction
As the presence of computers in the primary classroom increases and IT becomes a bigger part of learning, the book takes a realistic look at the role of the computer in the National Curriculum, and asks some important questions.
Purpose and Audience
The book is designed to help teachers incorporate IT into their day-to-day teaching, offering practical guidance and advice on task planning and management and includes examples of classroom practice.
Content Coverage
The book covers all curriculum areas, examining curriculum-specific issues as well as more general concerns such as pupil-expectation and self-esteem, problem solving, collaborative learning, data-handling, homework and the effects on the pupil-teacher dynamic.
Target Audience
This book will be essential to all primary school teachers and trainees.
