ICT

A new way of looking?' Reflections upon one teacher's experience of supporting learners using handheld computers

Aim: This study set out to explore the views of students who had successfully used handheld computers for studying artwork in a museum environment on the i-guide Gallery Project. The intention was to identify what it was that had helped enhance their motivation and improve their skills in analysing works of art. The project considered the wider implications of using new technology and is of relevance to other subject areas in a variety of educational contexts.

Using email to assist reading

Aim: 1) To see if computer-mediated communication between boys at two different schools can enhance the reading ability and interest of Year 9 boys with low reading levels. 2) To make use of the opportunities for anonymity which email offers in order to allow teachers to assume multiple roles in the teaching of literature.

History Mysteries: History, Literacy and ICT at Key Stages 1 and 2

Aim: The aim of this project was to investigate whether effective reading by children and enactment of the stories would improve and sustain childrens writing and their learning of history.This action research project involved a mixed ability Year 4 class of 28 children. The research was in two phases. In the second phase, the year 4 children worked with all the children in year 2. The class teacher, who was the history coordinator, was supported by a teaching assistant and other staff in the school. Parents joined in with some of the activities.