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Bring a whole new world of technology education intevery classroom! We live in a world where technological advances happen daily But technology is more than computers and electronic devices Technology encompasses every man-made creation that meets human needs, even a pencil or a book Technology education helps students design and make improvements in the designed world around us, such as transportation systems, manufacturing, and biotechnology, as well as many other fields This must-have guide is the first independent review of curriculum materials for technology In Bringing Technology Education IntK-8 Classrooms, authors Edward Britton, BDe Long-Cotty, and Toby Levenson provide a practical guide tthe latest technology textbooks and integrated resources (including technology and supplementary resources), and descriptions of more than 100 informal resources The guide fully describes the strengths and weaknesses of each individual products features by analyzing the technology topics covered, types of technology design activities, assessment strategies, types of teacher support, and much more Bringing Technology Education IntK-8 Classrooms includes: - An introduction ttechnology education and its importance for students today - Complete information for choosing technology resources that meet district and classroom needs - Practical analysis of how technology topics address standards - Helpful tips on how technology activities help students understand a design process Featuring easy-to-follow plans and sample pages from major products, this resource will help all students tbecome technologically literate!
