PDAs in Teacher Education: A Case Study Examining Mobile Technology Integration

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Franklin, T., Sexton, C., Lu, Y. & Ma, H. (2007). PDAs in Teacher Education: A Case Study Examining Mobile Technology Integration. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 15(1), 39-57. Chesapeake, VA: SITE.
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Journal Information

Journal of Technology and Teacher Education
ISSN 1059-7069
Volume 15, Issue 1, January 2007
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education  Chesapeake, VA

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Authors

Teresa Franklin, Ohio University, United States; Colleen Sexton, Governors State University, United States; Yong Lu, Ohio University, China; Hongyan Ma, Rio Grande University, China

Abstract

The classroom computer is no longer confined to a box on the desk. Mobile handheld computing devices have evolved into powerful and affordable learning tools. Handheld technologies are changing the way people access and work with information. The use of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs or handhelds) has been an evolving part of the business world for more than 15 years and the implementation of these devices in higher education has often followed that business model. This article will provide research findings from a case study concerning the use of PDAs to support the integration of technology into a Teacher Education program at a midwestern university's College of Education.

Keywords

• Research Methods
• Sciences
• Educational Technology
• Inclusive Education
• Integration
• Preservice Teacher Education
• Professional Development

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