Technology Integration in Education: Roles and Resources

Classroom Programming & ICT Integration

Classroom programming refers to sequential learning units that define objectives, content, activities, assessment, and classroom schedules. These units are part of the general annual programming. Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) are integrated into the curriculum at the third level of specificity, addressing what, how, and when to teach and evaluate.

Curricular Integration of New Technologies

Early Childhood Education

• Physical and Social Environment Area:
  • Life in society
• Communication and Representation Department:
  • Approach to Written Language
  • Visual Expression

Primary Education

• Arts Education Area:
  • General Objectives
  • The image and form
  • Development of plastic compositions and images
  • Arts and Culture
• Knowledge of Natural, Social, and Cultural Environment Area:
  • Population and human activities
  • Media and communication
  • Changes and historic landscapes
• Foreign Languages Area:
  • Sociocultural aspects
• Spanish Language and Literature Area:
  • Uses and forms of written communication
  • Verbal and nonverbal communication systems
  • Evaluation criteria

Functions of a School Computing Coordinator

Computing coordinators are typically teachers with reduced teaching hours, dedicating specific time each week to their role. Their main tasks include:

• Ensuring school equipment and intranet are always ready.
• Providing support and advice to teachers.
• Acting as an interlocutor between the school, administration, and other external institutions.
• Advising teachers on the pedagogical use of technological resources.
• Managing inventory and orderly storage of resources.

Additionally, they drive innovation within the school.

Faculty Requirements for Multimedia Educational Materials

The use of multimedia educational materials requires faculty to:

• Understand the technology: Familiarity with computers, peripherals, classroom networks, and operating systems.
• Explore available resources: Knowledge of training materials and other multimedia resources relevant to their subject.
• Plan their actions: View and select materials, organize student usage, and determine appropriate timing.
• Conduct sessions effectively: Lead computer classroom sessions, addressing any technical issues or developments.

Understanding Word Processors

Word processors are specific applications designed for text creation and manipulation. They allow users to write, include, and integrate photos and drawings. They offer tools for text justification and formatting, and typically include spelling and grammar checkers.