On October 12, 2010, the researcher had an opportunity to observe an eighth grade Georgia History Classroom during planning (2:20pm-2:40pm) the students were working in groups of four creating a four- fold culminating project on the standard SS8H2: Roles of various diverse cultures on the development of Georgia.
There was little evidence of technology usage in this classroom at the time of observation. The students were set and on task as the teacher moved around to monitor group discussions and answer questions students may need clarity on for the project. Some groups were working on the classroom computers doing research for the project. The teacher’s LOTI level could not be assessed during this observation. It can be assumed that the teacher gave research instruction and predetermined site lists prior to the observation. The technology level of this class was employed either as extension activities, enrichment exercises, or technology-based tools and generally reinforces lower cognitive skill development relating to the content under investigation. The teacher could improve the LOTI level by modeling the research process for the students and engaging them with a Quia review activity.
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