Using Virtual Reality and Web Conferencing Technologies: Exploring Alternatives for Microteaching in a Rural Region
Preservice teachers’ views of two types of technologies which provided realistic environments in which to practice microteaching are described: (1) TLE TeachLivE™ Lab, a virtual reality environment that employs avatars as students in a virtual classroom, and (2) web conferencing technology to synchr...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Portland State University
2019-01-01
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| Series: | Northwest Journal of Teacher Education |
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| Online Access: | https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/28557 |
| Summary: | Preservice teachers’ views of two types of technologies which provided realistic environments in which to practice microteaching are described: (1) TLE TeachLivE™ Lab, a virtual reality environment that employs avatars as students in a virtual classroom, and (2) web conferencing technology to synchronously teach students in remotely located classrooms. Preservice teachers opined that each technology offers a relatively realistic environment that allows them to interact with virtual and real students. Microteaching through these technologies increases their self-confidence and provided a safe, non-threatening environment for them to reflect on their practice. We concluded these emerging technologies can provide viable alternatives to bringing classroom realism for preservice teachers to practice their teaching skills. |
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| ISSN: | 2638-4035 |