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Combining assessment and research during development of large technology integration projects
Tiffany A Koszalka1, Barbara L Grabowski
1IDD&E, Syracuse University, 330 Huntington Hall, Syracuse, NY 13244, USA.
Evaluation and Program Planning
|September 10, 2013
Summary
Integrating assessment and research in large educational technology projects is complex but crucial. This paper offers strategies and tools to effectively combine these components for better project outcomes and to inform educational technology debates.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Research Methodology
- Program Evaluation
Background:
- Large-scale technology integration projects in education are common, yet their effectiveness is debated.
- Existing literature often lacks detailed examples of integrating assessment and research within these projects.
- This gap hinders informed discussion on technology's impact on learning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define assessment, evaluation, and research in the context of educational technology projects.
- To describe strategies for integrating and managing assessment and research activities.
- To provide practical examples of tools for developing comprehensive assessment and research plans.
Main Methods:
- Review and synthesis of existing literature on assessment and research methodologies.
- Development of integrated strategies for managing assessment and research in large projects.
- Illustration of tools and frameworks for comprehensive plan development.
Main Results:
- Clear definitions of assessment, evaluation, and research are provided.
- Strategies for the integration and management of these components are outlined.
- Examples of practical tools for planning and execution are presented.
Conclusions:
- Integrating assessment and research is complex but essential for large educational technology initiatives.
- The proposed strategies and tools can guide projects in developing robust plans.
- Informed integration can yield valuable data to address debates on educational technology effectiveness.
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