The inclusion of assistive technology with instructional technology in preservice teacher education programs will lead to enhanced academic, social, and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. (citejournal.org)
Often, however, the integration of technology into preservice teacher education programs is the exception rather than the norm (Cantu, 2000). (citejournal.org)
While Twitter chats have the potential to form a cohesive network, beginning in preservice teacher education courses and continuing into professional practice, it is beyond the scope of this study to determine whether the TCs in this study (or whether TCs more generally) continue these practices upon entering the field. (citejournal.org)