Abstract
This paper studies the digital divide - the fact that many people have not yet been exposed to technology and other have. It discusses some of the possible reasons for this such as gender, socioeconomic conditions, ethnicity, as well as many other reasons. It discusses technology implementation in the school system regardless of ethnicity so that every child is given an equal opportunity. It concludes that technology access has increased in the recent years but there is still a long way to go, especially in schools.

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" " The role of education in contributing to a fairer society has always been double edged. When successful in widening participation in learning, its contribution is powerful and positive. But too often, it can have the opposite effect of being socially selective, even divisive" (Istance, 2001, Abstract, p.1). The price for missing out on education is high. However, many people are not afforded the same educational opportunities as others. Differences in gender, socio-economic background, ethnicity, people with special needs, and people's experience with and access to technology limit their chances at quality education. With a world that changes and progresses as fast as it does, educational equity must span a lifetime."

Tags:computer, digital, divide, education, implementation, internet, technology, women

Abstract
Because of revolutions in knowledge and information technology and the demand for learning to be more meaningful, schools are changing their structures and teachers are changing with them. One of the most useful tools in modern education is technology and the use of computers. This paper investigates the use of computers and the internet in the classroom as a way of increasing motivation and attention in students. The paper proposes a literature review and research proposal to obtain answers to the following questions:
What effect does the use of technology in the classroom have on the students? interest in the curriculum?
Does the engagement in computer activities improve the concentration span of the students?
Is there a relationship between the use of technology and improved academic performance in elementary school students?

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"One of the other important ways for teachers to improve their competence with using technology in the classroom was brainstorming with other teachers. Koszalka (2001) agrees with Renwick on this in her study that examined the hypothesis that teachers involved in a listserv discussion about integrating web resources would have a more positive attitude towards using the web resources. The study was conducted with K-12 public school teachers from six states assigned to a treatment group where they participated either in a small or large discussion group on a listserv and a control group. All the participants filled an attitudinal survey. The results showed that the teachers in the treatment groups had more positive attitudes regardless of the group size."

Tags:Multiple, Intelligences, multi-media, curriculum

Abstract
This paper looks at the direction of technology in education and how technology is successfully implemented into the classroom. It looks at new concepts being introduced and the benefits of these on educational levels.

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"According to Thornburg, bringing technology to students isn't as easy as it sounds. A reality known as the digital divide makes educational technology all the more important and more difficult to achieve. Lowensteyn and Thornburg both agree that the upper class of society is at the greater advantage in benefiting from technology and putting it to work for them. According to Thornburg, seventy percent of households with a combined income of $70,000 or greater have computers. At the same time only ten percent of households with a combined income of about $10,000 have a computer. The financial have-nots, as Thornburg refers to them, are also the informational have-nots. How do we bridge the gap? It falls upon the school systems and the teachers to prepare students for the technologically advanced workforce. "

Tags:computers, curriculum, education, integration, internet, technology, trends

Abstract
This paper studies the implementation of technology in the school system and the obstacles that it has to face. It discusses the progress of technology and where we stand today in respect to it. It discusses several articles and research on the subject and their conclusions including Cooley's seven helpful tips. It concludes that technology implementation in education is crucial and it is necessary to do so immediately.

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"The changing state of education is need of solutions to timeless questions about teaching and learning by reason of this century's boundless technology and its impact on society. More than any period in recorded history, today's technology has transformed daily life, particularly the lives of the many fascinated by it. The American educational system is included in that list. Its sense of direction has not been spared from the chaos and distress that accompanies this unprecedented era. Many educators await the promise of technology's power to guide them and to lead improvements in the educational system. Any reasonable success, however, should bring to us great change. Today, learners have the choice to attend a traditional classroom or the virtual classroom."

Tags:classroom, computer, computers, curriculum, education, implementation, integration, obstacles, technology

Abstract
This paper looks at the many things that must be taken into consideration before technology can be brought into the classroom successfully.

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"Whether technology should be used in schools is no longer the issue in education. Instead, the current emphasis is ensuring that technology is used effectively to create new opportunities for learning and to promote student achievement. Educational technology is not, and never will be, transformative on its own, however. It requires the assistance of educators who integrate technology into the curriculum, align it with student learning goals, and use it for engaged learning projects."

Tags:classroom, computer, computers, curriculum, education, educational, integration, internet, technology

Abstract
A discussion of the potential and reality, both positive and negative, regarding the use of the Internet and the World Wide Web in the modern classroom. The author defines the Internet, and evaluates its place in the field of Education and instructional technology, as well as how it is affecting society in general. The paper discusses the responsibility of the teacher to understand the Internet, its value in the classroom, and how to incorporate in daily lessons. Includes detailed arguments for and against the use of the Web in the education system, providing many examples for each case.

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"The human need for current information and knowledge continues to grow as each year passes, and is presently as high as it has ever been. At the center of this basic need is the Internet, "a system of linked computer networks, worldwide in scope, that facilitate the transfer of data" (Hackbrath 192), and the World Wide Web, "a system of Internet servers that support specially formatted documents containing text, graphic, audio, video, and other types of files" (Hackbrath 192). The Internet and the Web have already changed the way modern society lives and functions, and will continue to do so as they evolve further."

Tags:computers, education, environment, instructional, learning, online, students, teacher, teaching, technology, virtual

Abstract
This paper takes a critical and evaluative look at the use of computers in public junior high schools in one of the world?s most high-tech countries, Japan. It shows that, as the new millennium dawns, Japan is slowly but surely beginning to harness the technologies now available to help give its younger population a competitive advantage in what is set to become the ?information age?. The paper uses the case study of a British English language teacher, Lyle De Souza, who pioneered the use of advanced technologies to help learning in general and the teaching of English as a foreign language (TEFL), in particular.

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"A recent development in computing has been that of speech recognition software. This software recognizes speech and can even be programmed to perform actions accordingly. Typical uses include dictation or navigation within operating systems. For a word to be recognized correctly the user must speak as closely to "standardized English" as possible. The system is designed to cater to different types of English but correct pronunciation is all-important. At Shiun JHS, De Souza used IBM's Simply Speaking Gold that claims 99% recognition rate if used correctly. This software is invaluable in the training of speech contest students. It is a change for the students from the pressure of continuously practicing with teachers and also frees up some time for teachers."

Tags:conformist, internet, tefl, JTE

Abstract
This paper proposes a study to investigate the development of key skills within physical education with a main focus on Information Communication Technology (ICT) and teachers' opinions surrounding this key skill. It attempts to understand what motivates teachers to use ICT and the impact ICT has on physical education when integrated at Key Stage 3. It also examines issues such as funding, training, resources, age and finding the time to implement this key skill without losing practical time.

Outline
Introduction
Overview
Current Practice Within School
A ICT Within Physical Education
Methodology
Questionnaires
Results
Analysis and Discussion
Training, Personal Confidence and Age
Access and Resources
Strengths and Weaknesses of ICT in PE At Key Stage 3
Is There a Place for the ICT Key Skill Within PE?
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The Government's push for ICT to be recognised as an important key skill within compulsory education has received widespread support, and many writers have commented on its possibilities. Leask and Williams (1999) described the importance of the integration of ICT into the Curriculum, and agree with the DfEE when describing network literacy as "a vital extension of the ability to read and write". (p 194). This was also confirmed by research evidence found by Bonnet et al (1999) who agreed that, with sufficient support, interactive ICT in particular has the potential to develop qualities of evaluation, independence and responsibility in children's learning and understanding."

Tags:age, communication, funding, ict, information, key, resources, stage, technology, training

Abstract
The recent Government drive to integrate information communication technology (ICT) into compulsory education has lead to much activity in schools. It is the purpose of this paper to investigate how far and how effectively ICT is currently being used within geography teaching and to establish the key issues that effect ICT being included within the geography classroom at key stage 3.

Outline
Key Issues Concerning the Use of ICT in Geography at KS 3
The Role and Benefits of ICT in Geography
Ideas for Promoting Better Use of ICT in the Geography Classroom

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"The speed and automatic function of ICT, offers a number of advantages to teachers of Secondary Geography. It can for example enable the drawing of graphs, so that pupils can observe change, e.g. variations between seasons or variations of weather in temperate and tropical countries, or so that pupils can compare similar elements in data between contrasting localities, e.g. comparing bus services in rural and urban areas in the UK. Data can be sensed and stored automatically, so that monthly and seasonal patterns can be graphed from daily readings at a later date."

Tags:keystage, pupils, software, teachers

Abstract
This paper takes a critical and evaluative look at the use of computers in public junior high schools in Japan. It shows that Japan is harnessing technology and the Internet to help give its younger population a competitive advantage in what is set to become the 'information age'. The paper uses the case study of a British English language teacher, Lyle De Souza, who pioneered the use of advanced technologies to help learning in general and the teaching of English as a foreign language (TEFL) in particular.

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"Much is made in the media in both the West and Japan of the uniformity of the Japanese education system. To Japanese traditionalists, uniformity is the solid rock of Japan's post-war economic success. It is the 'glue' that forms the cohesiveness of Japanese society--where standards of behavior are learned to be later obeyed. Modern day reformists and detractors have argued that such a system discourages individualism and creativity. They argue that--at any given time on any day--schools the length and breadth of Japan are likely to be teaching exactly the same things from exactly the same textbooks using exactly the same teaching methods. This would be fine assuming the teaching methods were effective but sometimes in Japan (particularly in English language teaching ) they are not and, even if they are aware of the shortcomings, Japanese teachers are reluctant to challenge the system."

Tags:technology, Internet, Japan, junior, high, school, Windows, speech, recognition, software, XP, Vista