Share Paper: 21st Century Learning and Teaching through Integrating Technology into Inquiry-Based Professional Development

  1. Shawn Pennell, University of Nevada, Reno, United States
  2. Jacque Ewing-Taylor, University of Nevada, Reno, United States
Monday, March 5 5:15-5:35 PM Creekside II

Abstract: Abstract: This paper will report on the results of the eleventh year of Nevada Educators Really Doing Science (NERDS). NERDS creates professional development for learning science content and the inquiry method of teaching science. Eighteen primary and secondary Nevada educators took part in an inquiry-based seven-day field experience with one pre- and two post- sessions. Each participant took pre- and post-tests in content knowledge, self-efficacy in science teaching, and technology familiarity, efficacy, and use. Technology is embedded in the inquiry process and necessary for data collection and analysis. Participants benefited from a situated learning experience and the integration of technology ...