This study explored computer animation vignettes as a replacement for live - action video scenarios of classroom behavior situations previously used as an instructional
resource in teacher education courses in classroom management strategies.
Attending guest lectures and discussions led by parents, practicing teachers, experts from other disciplines, or
co-instructors in teacher education courses provides prospective teachers opportunities to learn from and interact with key players in children's education.
In our specific case, one of the authors had previously developed and effectively used live - action video vignettes as instructional resources
in teacher education courses on classroom management strategies (Smith, 1987).
Indeed, teachers» efficacy for using technology to support student learning should be a primary
focus in teacher education courses (Ertmer & Ottenbreit - Leftwich, 2010).
This article describes the Write for Your Life Project that was piloted in two courses with 45 teacher candidates, shares findings from the implementation process, and makes recommendations for more effectively integrating writing and technology across the content
areas in teacher education courses.
Certainly, many mathematics teacher educators realize the central role of educational technology in their field, but may not be conversant with the most recent and effective technologies and the most effective strategies for incorporating
them in teacher education courses.