Using Technology Tools to Engage Students with Multiple Learning Styles in a Constructivist Learning Environment

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Solvie, P. & Kloek, M. (2007). Using Technology Tools to Engage Students with Multiple Learning Styles in a Constructivist Learning Environment. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, 7(2), 7-27. AACE.
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Journal Information

Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education
ISSN 1528-5804
Volume 7, Issue 2, June 2007
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

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Authors

Pamela Solvie, Molly Kloek, University of Minnesota Morris, United States

Abstract

This research study investigated the use of technology tools to support constructivist learning experiences in a preservice teacher education reading methods course. Learning opportunities based on Kolb's learning styles model were used to support understanding of course content in the constructivist environment. Technology tools were used during class presentations to communicate, scaffold, and clarify course concepts and content while engaging students with information. Technology was used outside of class as a collaboration tool in mediating and negotiating learning between the instructor and students as well as between students and students. In addition to demonstration and application of reading methods, students' perceptions of their learning experience and understanding of course content were considered in analyzing the effectiveness of technology used to address multiple learning styles in a constructivist environment.

Keywords

• Elementary Education
• Research Methods
• Achievement
• Students
• English Language Arts
• Educational Technology
• Literacy
• Planning
• Teaching Methods

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