Research: Impact of Technology
Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view PDF files. To download a free copy, please visit the Adobe web site. Computer and Communications Use in Low-Income Communities: Models for the Neighborhood Transformation and Family Development Initiative Write Review L. Breeden, S. Cisler, V. Guilfoy, M. Roberts, and A. Stone, Education Development Center (EDC) for the Annie E. Casey Foundation, 1998 Study of six technology-based programs that could potentially serve as models for the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Neighborhood Transformation and Family Development Initiative. Authors analyze the effect technology integration has on employability, equity, empowerment, education, and community information. Highlights shared traits of successful community programs and offers recommendations for future action. http://www.ctcnet.org/resources/reports/casey/ Effective Technology Use in Low-Income Communities: Research Review for the America Connects Consortium Write Review H. Ba, K. Culp, L. Green, A. Henriquez, M. Honey, The Center for Children and Technology, 2001 Examines the scope, nature, and societal impact of the digital divide and strategies designed to address it. Identifies barriers to increased technology use, such as lack of access to hardware and negative perceptions of technology. Suggests areas for further research. Download/view: PDF (55KB) | HTML Implications of New Learning Technologies for Adult Literacy and Learning Write Review R. Stites, in J. Comings, B. Garner, and C. Smith (Eds.), Annual Review of Adult Learning and Literacy, Volume 4, 2003 Discusses trends in the integration of technology in instruction, the effects of technology and the Internet on learning, key components of effective practices, and the ongoing challenges. Concludes with recommendations for future research, policy, and practice. http://www.ncsall.net/?id=581 Technology in Today’s ABE Classroom: A Look at the Technology Practices and Preferences of Adult Basic Education Teachers Write Review J. Carter and J. Titzel, World Education, 2003 Findings from a survey of teachers and administrators from adult education programs supported by federal and state funds in the Northeast about the impact of technology on their work. Summarizes responses to questions about their technology skills and training and how they use technology to support teaching and learning. Download/view: PDF (1.3MB) |