Desktop videoconferencing: examples of applications to support teacher training in rural areas

This article presents examples of desktop videoconferencing used as a tool for supporting teacher training, particularly in rural settings. The accessibility of videoconferencing desktop systems makes it possible to directly observe and supervise students in actual teaching situations. Videoconferen...

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Published in:Rural special education quarterly 2004-06, Vol.23 (2), p.3-8
Main Authors: Pemberton, J.B, Cereijo, M.V.P, Tyler-Wood, T, Rademacher, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Beginning Teachers
College Students
Cooperating Teachers
distance education
educational technology
microcomputers
Research Methodology
Rural areas
rural education and training
Rural Schools
special education
standardized tests
Student Teachers
supervision
Teacher Certification
teacher education
Teachers
testing
Training
university programs
Video teleconferencing
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Summary:This article presents examples of desktop videoconferencing used as a tool for supporting teacher training, particularly in rural settings. The accessibility of videoconferencing desktop systems makes it possible to directly observe and supervise students in actual teaching situations. Videoconferencing presents unique opportunities for working with students in rural settings, as well as other students with limited access to university programs. The benefits and challenges of using desktop videoconferencing are discussed. The discussion section addresses the need for additional research to determine the appropriate application of desktop videoconferencing systems as the technology becomes more available for school use.
ISSN:8756-8705
2168-8605
DOI:10.1177/875687050402300202