Learning & Leading with Technology

February 2001

In our first theme issue of the new millennium, we put the digital divide under the microscope. Our featured article by Maureen Brown Yoder examines the divide. ISTE members can read more articles, features, and opinions on the theme as well as our regular sections such as Software Reviews and Releases.

Features

The Digital Divide
   by Maureen Brown Yoder
The problem and its implications. Looking both at the U.S. and abroad, Maureen Brown Yoder lists some of the roadblocks to closing the divide, discusses ongoing government efforts, and suggests actions coordinators, teachers, students, and parents can take.
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From the Fields to the Laptop
   by Jeri Kinser, Brenda Pessin, and Pat Meyertholen
Using a distance learning curriculum with laptop computers, a unique program bridges the Digital Divide for high school migrant farmworkers.
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Migrant ESL High School Students Succeed Using Networked Laptops
   by Carolyn Knox and Lynne Anderson-Inman
Wirelessly networked notetaking for ESL students bridging the language barriers to learning.
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Now That You Know the Basics: Meeting Professional Growth Targets, Part 2
   by Doug Johnson
Rubrics help educators plan their professional development.
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In the Curriculum

Mathematics
Marking Time with Math: Putting Geometry Concepts into Context
   by Mary C. Enderson
Exploring the historical context of mathematical concepts can be incorporated into your geometry curriculum with the use of interactive software.
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Multidisciplinary
Kids 'N Music: Meeting Standards through Project-Based Learning
   by Joseph Slowinski, Erin Rosenberg, David Reider, and Bruce Goldberg
Kids 'N Music Projects are allowing students to learn subject matter content embedded within the study of musical forms.
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Science
So Many Stars, So Little Time: Rural Virginia Students Explore Space
   by Marilyn Wall
Through the use of telecommunications, rural students have the opportunity to participate and colloborate with real scientists in exploring the universe.
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Multidisciplinary
Parents and Cartoons Help Bridge Delaware's Digital Divide
   by Ted Ammann
Providing game consoles and educational software cloaked in kid-friendly cartoon wrapping, improves test scores and parental involvement.
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Telecommunications

Mining the Internet
Web Clippings: Enhancing Students' Access to Computers and Online Resources
   by Glen Bull, Gina Bull, and Steve Whitaker
The solution to enhancing your students' access to computers and online resources may soon rest in the palms of their hands through the use of handheld computers.
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Software

Software Reviews
   edited by Judi Mathis Johnson
Read about two products that truly provide teacher support. One is a software program for young readers, and the other is a book to help students and teachers use presentation software more effectively.
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Software Releases
   by Judi Mathis Johnson
New educational software titles.
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Editorial

The Learner and Teacher Sides of the Digital Divide
   by Dave Moursund
In this month’s column, Dave examines the chasm between those fluent in the language of technology and those not. Having technology isn't enough if you don't understand the language of IT.
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Contributors

Find out about the authors and column editors in this issue.
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Math & Science Backpacks
Starship Gaia columnists Bob Albrecht and George Firedrake have created many math and science activities for teachers, and they will begin sharing them here. The first set of activities will be available in February and will include a guessing game, dice rolling activities using the Internet, and more.

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