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This article attempts to provide a review of literature pertaining to computer technology use in education. The authors discuss the benefits of learning with technology tools when integrated into teaching. The argument that introducing computer...

A lot of negative claims have been made about the use of computer games for learning. However, we can not deny that some computer games that include knowledge games, simulation games, logical games, and math games may have this unique ability to...

Many preservice teachers report having had little exposure on the use of technology in the teaching and learning of mathematics. Without guidance on the appropriate use of technology, prospective teachers are left to form their own beliefs about...

There is need to reform teacher education programs through the creation of active learning environments that support and improve the depth and scope of student learning. Specifically, teachers should provide intellectually powerful, learner-centered,...

The rapid advances in educational technology has allowed for the growth of collaborative e-learning experiences unconstrained by time and space. Even so, students do not learn from technology; they learn from competent instructors who have been...

One primary task for educators involves determining how best to utilize available technology resources to enhance student learning. A U.S. Department of Education (2000) report that: "Teachers must be comfortable with technology, able to apply it...

Requiring students to demonstrate a basic level of computer proficiency was an issue on many college campuses in the recent past. However, with a new group of students on our campuses – the net generation students – computer proficiency requirement...

Globalization and rapid technological evolution have considerable impact on education in the 21st century. Information Communication Technologies (ICT) such as the Internet and educational computer technologies have changed the way of teaching with...

Rapid increases in knowledge and technology call for the use of such tools as a personal digital assistant (PDA) to increase the quality of education and student performance. PDAs evolved from personal organizers, but today’s handhelds can be...

Increased access to technology tools in education implies the need to use these tools selectively, purposely, and appropriately. Additionally, it is important to have in place sound pedagogy that recognizes the critical role of teachers, students,...

The activity system framework is very useful to examine the effectiveness of blended learning because the framework explains what components should be included and examined by research. This paper reviews relevant literature on the concept and...