Learning to Teach ICT in the Secondary School

This book is designed specifically for students training to teach ICT as a curriculum subject at secondary level. It develops the key ideas of teaching and learning ICT in a structured, accessible way, and provides a wealth of ideas and inspiration for the learning teacher. Key areas covered are:

the place and nature of ICT as a curriculum subject
analyzing and developing subject knowledge
planning schemes of work, individual lessons, activities and resources
monitoring, assessment and exams
ICT across the curriculum
differentiation and special educational needs
professional development.

Throughout the book there are useful tasks and activities to help student-teachers analyze their own teaching and explore the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful teacher of ICT. Rooted in best practice and up-to-the-minute research, this book is also the ideal refresher for more experienced ICT teachers.