Share Paper: Ossabest: E-Exploration of Ossabaw Island for Students and Teachers: Information Technologies Education Meets Georgia Performance Standards

  1. Lei He, Department of Information Technology, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
  2. Joy Reed, Department of Computer Science, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
  3. Ashraf Saad, Department of Computer Science, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
  4. Jack Sinopoli, Department of Computer Science, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
  5. Patrick Hannigan, Department of Middle and Secondary Education, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
  6. Ed Strauser, Department of Middle and Secondary Education, Armstrong Atlantic State University, United States
Tuesday, March 3 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Meeting Room 7

Abstract: Abstract: This paper highlights the need for the integration of information technologies into education. We present an overview of the Ossabest project which provides opportunities for students and teachers to move beyond a traditional classroom setting for inquiry-based learning. Project participants gain hands-on experiences with a range of information technologies embedded in ongoing field work based on a Georgia barrier island. Teaching and learning experiences are enhanced by educational materials designed to meet Georgia Performance Standards. A project web portal offers custom sub-systems created for defined user groups.