From a constructivist perspective, much integrated system software, and stand-alone software falls short of promoting critical reading or critical learning.
• For example, rather than prompting students to formulate their own questions about what they have read, many programs ask their questions in a multiple-choice format and designate the correct answer.
Caverly, David, Handbook of College Reading and Study Strategy Research
“Behaviorist “Drill & Skill” Model- Computer Technology :
• acquisition of simple levels of knowledge of reading
• but little gains in complex knowledge acquisition
Developmental reader needs expertise as reader in order to use reading to learn in ill-structured knowledge domains.”
Caverly, David, Handbook of College Reading and Study Strategy Research, p 295
Critical Reading Processes That Computer Technology Can Support:
Computer technology can support the following processes, grounded in constructivist theory, that promote critical reading:
• Comprehension (annotating, linking ideas, etc.)
• Idea generation (brainstorming)
• Analysis (articulating and classifying positions, reacting to others' comments)
• Reflection (using an electronic journal to develop metacognitive awareness--reflecting on topics, tasks, learning strategies, etc.)
• Composition (writing papers) , and communication (electronic mail)
www.mcli.dist.maricopa.edu/critR/#USE
BELOW: Resources that offer insight into how a marriage between constructivism and technology might come about:
Rubric for Engaged Learning and Technology Integrated Lesson Plan
Web-Based Training and Constructivism
In Brief: Fast Facts for Policy and Practice No. 2
The Role of Computer Technology in Teaching Critical Reading
Critical Reading Processes That Computer Technology Can Support
Smart Library on Literacy and Technology
What is Technology Integration and Where Does it Happen?
Text to Speech: Reading Comprehension Overview
Technology's Role in Creating the Shared-Learning Environment
Constructivism and Computer-Mediated Communication in Distance Education
Constructing Cultures in Distance Education
Learning/Technology Definitions
How People Learn (and What Technology Might Have to Do with It)
Some Emerging Trends in School Restructuring. ERIC Digest
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