The Best Practices Web-Based Tool: Using Technology and Constructivism to Create 4th Grade Instruction that Supports Historical Thinking

摘要

The proposed Best Practices web-based tool is designed to help 4th grade California teachers integrate technology and constructivist learning into existing lessons. The tool guides teachers through the instructional development process to clarify, enhance, and reflect on their instructional practices. Throughout the process, teachers explore and build on specific instructional examples. The resulting instructional lessons use technology and constructivist approaches to engage students in active historical thinking.