The Transformation of Instruction through Technology: Promoting Inclusive Learning Communities in Teacher Education Courses

Erica C. Boling

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Abstract

This study investigates how a group of experienced teacher educators and doctoral students used the hypermedia program Reading Classroom Explorer (RCE) in their literacy methodology courses and how the program impacted instructors and their teaching. The study focuses on how RCE was used, how well it fit with instructors' course goals and assignments, and the conditions that influenced its continued use. Findings reveal that all instructors found ways to integrate RCE into their courses in order to solve various teaching dilemmas. However, doctoral students faced unique challenges in comparison to experienced instructors as they attempted to meaningfully integrate RCE into their courses. RCE challenged all instructors to think about teaching, learning, and learners in new and different ways and inspired them to use more learner-centered teaching approaches. This, in turn, provided their students with opportunities to participate in and learn about teaching strategies that support a more inclusive learning community.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)64-73
Number of pages10
JournalAction in Teacher Education
Volume24
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2003
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Education

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