The Impact of Ubiquitous Computing in the Internet Age: How Middle School Teachers Integrated Wireless Laptops in the Initial Stages of Implementation

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Burns, K. & Polman, J. (2006). The Impact of Ubiquitous Computing in the Internet Age: How Middle School Teachers Integrated Wireless Laptops in the Initial Stages of Implementation. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 14(2), 363-385. Chesapeake, VA: SITE.
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Journal Information

Journal of Technology and Teacher Education
ISSN 1059-7069
Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2006
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education  Chesapeake, VA

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Authors

Kathleen Burns, MacMurray College, United States; Joseph Polman, University of Missouri - St. Louis, United States

Abstract

This study investigated teacher experiences that emerged as a result of the introduction of wireless technology that placed personal laptops in the hands of every student in their classrooms. Five themes emerged as major factors during the transition to the effective use of ubiquitous technology in the classroom and its positive effects on teachers, including administrative expectations, knowledge acquisition, methods of teaching, teacher/student relationships, and teacher/teacher relationships.

Keywords

• Information Sciences
• Educational Technology
• Inclusive Education
• Integration
• Preservice Teacher Education
• Professional Development

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