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	Edited by Dr. David J. Ayersman, Mary Washington College, and Dr. W. Michael Reed, New York University Incoming editor: Dr. Lynne Schrum, University of Georgia
formerly Journal of Research on Computing in Education

Volume 35 Number 2 Winter 2002—2003

Learning to Teach with New Technology: Implications for Professional Development
Chrystalla Mouza
Columbia University

Abstract
This study describes a professional development program designed to help K­12 teachers effectively integrate technology into their classrooms. It also investigates the impact of this program on teacher learning, taking into consideration school contextual factors. The findings of the study indicate that the program was effective in helping teachers improve their technological skills and become aware of new pedagogical strategies made possible with the use of technology. As a direct result, two of the teachers who participated in the program began implementation of key program activities shortly thereafter. Critical contextual factors that affected the efficacy and degree of technology implementation within the school environment included administrative support, student needs, collaboration with other teachers, and technological resources. Findings of this study help draw guidelines for future design of professional development related to the use of technology in K­12 classrooms.

Contributors
Chrystalla Mouza is an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Communications, Computing and Technology in Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. She is also a postdoctoral research fellow at the Educational Testing Service. Her background includes a BA in Education from the University of Ioannina, Greece and MA, EdM, and EdD degrees in Instructional Technology and Media from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her research interests include technology integration in K­12 classrooms and design and evaluation of technology-based professional development programs for teachers.

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Contact
Chrystalla Mouza
525 West 120th Street
Box 8
New York, NY 10027
cpm12@columbia.edu

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