Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers Today: Using Videos of Technology-Using Teachers to Enhance Pre-Service Teachers’ Technology Skills

Abstract

This paper describes the development of CD-based video clips and case histories tobe used in a course in instructional technology. The videos illustrate real K-12 teachers usingtechnology in real teaching situations. The video clips and case histories are used to helppreservice teachers better conceptualize how to use technology as a learning tool. The processof video development and use of the videos in teaching is described. Initial student reaction tothe videos has been positive.