Technology Training for Educators From Past to Present

The traditional model of teacher-centered education is giving way to a more student-centered approach due to technology. Schools and universities are redesigning learning spaces to enable this new model, foster more interaction and small group work, and use technology as an enabler of knowledge. Technology Training for Educators From Past to Present provides insights into the issues facing education systems and the role of technology and innovation in the global transformation of education.

Format: Hardback
Length: 330 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: IGI Global

The past decade has witnessed a significant transformation in society, driven by the rapid pace of digitalization. This transformation has also impacted the field of education, with the traditional teacher-centered approach giving way to a more student-centered approach. Thanks to the widespread availability of technology for knowledge and education, teachers now play a more advisory and guidance role in classrooms, allowing students to take greater responsibility for their own learning. Schools and universities worldwide are embracing this shift by redesigning their learning spaces to facilitate more interaction and small-group work, while leveraging technology as a powerful tool to enhance learning.

Technology Training for Educators From Past to Present delves into the challenges facing our education systems and the crucial role of technology and innovation in shaping the global landscape of education. This comprehensive book focuses on the fundamental need for educators at all levels to acquire expertise in the technological teaching and learning tools available to them. It addresses topics such as inclusion promotion in education, technology professional development, and online learning environments, making it a valuable resource for a wide range of stakeholders.

Educational administration and faculty, educators in K-12 and higher education, educational software developers, IT consultants, pre-service teachers, libraries, teaching colleges, researchers, and academicians will find this premier reference source invaluable. By exploring the past, present, and future of technology training for educators, this book provides insights into the strategies and practices necessary to effectively integrate technology into the teaching and learning process, enabling students to thrive in the digital age.

Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781668440834