Teachers who take university or district classes should be encouraged to provide follow-up peer coaching in their buildings. Don is recognized as a valuable resource because of his willingness to help others. Ann, a moderate but enthusiastic technology user, said, I enjoy working on my computer and am always learning something new thanks to people like Don and Teri who are willing to help and are patient. Media specialists can help promote and schedule meaningful experiences such as these and work with administration to encourage coaching. My only role in the math teacher experience was to provide equipment and support.
Districts can purchase blocks of classes or individuals can purchase a class on their own.
The learners have the luxury of working at their own pace at their home or classroom computers. Schools are not bound by the limits of time and substitutes. Courses available now include several 101 courses such as AppleWorks, Internet, Webmaker, and HyperStudio. Advanced courses include HyperStudio and Microsoft Word. Other courses are Internet in the Classroom, Introduction to ALI, and Multimedia in the Classroom.