(2489) INQUIRY AND THE TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTANCE MODEL: A NEW PARADIGM FOR UNDERGRADUATE TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAMS

摘要

This study investigated perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of technology believed by preservice teachers and graduate reading specialists to design and develop inquiry-based literacy instruction. The goal of inquiry instruction which is infused with multimedia is not only to acquire knowledge but how to investigate, solve problems, and participate in discussions which are vibrant and passionate. The intent of most higher education courses is to have candidates become involved in the lessons through questioning both instructor and fellow classmate. In this pedagogy, it will be necessary for candidates to not only ask different questions, but also to redefine the context in which the questions are posed. Candidate learning must focus on exploration, investigation, and inquiry.