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Publication Date: 2009
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A Capstone Experience for Preservice Teachers: Building a Web-Based Portfolio
Herner-Patnode, Leah M.; Lee, Hea-Jin
Educational Technology & Society, v12 n2 p101-110 2009
This study presents the results of the examination of the use of technology to enhance the capstone portfolio process for teacher candidates completing a master's degree at a small regional campus in Northwest Ohio, United States. Students at this institution complete a fifth year program that results in a master's degree and a recommendation for an Early or Middle Childhood license. The study focuses on determining the effectiveness of using a web-based portfolio. Teacher candidates' perceived knowledge, skills and dispositions about technology literacy and usage in developing an e-portfolio are measured by comparing a pre and post survey. Results indicate a stronger knowledge and skill base concerning technology use and state standards, as well as a better disposition towards utilizing technology for creating and maintaining portfolios. (Contains 5 figures.)
Descriptors: Portfolios (Background Materials), Preservice Teachers, State Standards, Teacher Attitudes, Masters Programs, Preservice Teacher Education, Portfolio Assessment, Teacher Surveys, Pretests Posttests, Teacher Education Curriculum, Computer Uses in Education, Technology Integration, Educational Technology, Internet, Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Ohio
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