Integrating Science and Language Arts through Technology-based Macrocontexts

Abstract

This paper describes technology as a tool for creating meaningful experiences for integrating science and language arts using technology-based macrocontexts. Videos, virtual reality, and the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW) can create macrocontexts for integrating science and language arts. Guidelines for selecting technological resources for integration are presented followed by examples of integrated science and language arts activities. Alternative ways of assessing students' performance in integrated instructional situations are also addressed. By using technology-based macrocontexts to integrate science and language arts, teachers may be able to facilitate meaningful learning and enhance student knowledge and understanding of science and language arts.