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Michael Barnett, Boston College, USA

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Using Virtual Reality Computer Models to Support Student Understanding of Astronomical Concepts
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching (JCMST) 24:4 , Oct 06, 2005

Michael Barnett, Boston College, USA

The purpose of this study was to examine how three-dimensional (3-D) models of the Solar System supported student development of conceptual understandings of various astronomical phenomena that required a change in frame of reference. In the course...

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Using a Web-Based Professional Development System to Support Preservice Teachers in Examining Authentic Classroom Practice
Journal of Technology and Teacher Education (JTATE) 14:4 , October 2006

Michael Barnett, Boston College, USA

We have been exploring the potential of a web-supported professional development system, the Inquiry Learning Forum (ILF), that integrates videotaped classrooms and discussion forums for use in preservice science methods classrooms. This article...

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Learning about Urban Ecology Through the use of Visualization and Geospatial Technologies
Journal of Technology and Teacher Education (JTATE) 18:2 , April 2010

Michael Barnett, Boston College, USA; Meredith Houle, San Diego State, USA; Sheron Mark & Eric Strauss, Boston College, USA; Emily Hoffman, Urban Ecology Institute, USA

During the past three years we have been designing and implementing a technology enhanced urban ecology program using geographic information systems (GIS) coupled with technology. Our initial work focused on professional development for in-service...

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STEM Teacher Professional Development – Lessons Learned from NSF’s ITEST Program
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (SITE) 2010:1 , Mar 29, 2010

Caroline Parker, Education Development Center, USA; Kathryn Bertram, University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, USA; Karen Yanowitz, Arkansas State University, USA; Michael Barnett, Lynch School of Education, Boston College, USA; Susan Yoon, University of Pennsylvania, USA

This panel presents papers that share lessons on important issues related to STEM teacher education learned from the National Science Foundation’s ITEST (Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers) program. These papers will be...

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