Zangle

Paper Summary:

The paper explains that "Zangle" is a parent connect system that allows the parent increased involvement in school progress. This software is in use in several school districts. The paper states that what is needed however, is an examination of the software, what it does and how, and an assessment of how effective the software is. The paper then discusses a research project designed to gather that sort of data and to ascertain the attitudes of teachers and parents to the system. The paper further shows that records on student performances will show how effective the system is in aiding students to do better work.

Introduction
Purpose and Justification
Research Question
Hypothesis
Definition of Terms
Literature Review
Methodology
Time Line
Internal Validity
Analysis
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Education today is in a state of change as the classroom at all levels adapts to the possibilities of new technology, especially computer technology, and to the benefits that might be attained by the use of educational software. Such software may mean new teaching methods, new ways of presenting material, and new possibilities for student interaction with the material. There are advantages to using teaching methods which involve project-based, problem-based, and inquiry-based learning, and technology in the classroom should be selected because it involves, promotes, and utilizes these types of learning in a system that engages the students in a different way. These three methods are related to the information processing approach and are seen as fitting well with technology-rich learning environments where the focus is not on the hardware and software, but on the learning experience. Technology in each case is used to facilitate learning, perhaps as a tool to organize ideas, to search for current information, or to present ideas. Project-based learning focuses on developing a product or a creation. Problem-based learning focuses on the process of solving a problem and acquiring knowledge. Inquiry-based learning is a student-centered, active approach that focuses on questioning, critical thinking, and problem-solving."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Anderson, S.A. (2000). How Parental Involvement Makes a Difference in Reading Achievement. Reading Improvement, Volume 37, Issue 2, 61.
• Beck, A.J. (2002). Parental Involvement in the Development of Young Writers. Childhood Education, Volume 79, Issue 1, 48-52.
• Bessell, A.G., Sinagub, J.M., Lee, O.& Schumm, J.S. (2003). Engaging Families with Technology: South Florida's FamilyTech Program Increases Parental Involvement, Student Success. T H E Journal, Volume 31, Issue 5, 7-9.
• Bird, K. (2006). How Do You Spell Parental Involvement? S-I-S: Student Information Systems Are Engaging Parents, Benefiting Kids, And-Finally-Winning over Teachers, Too. T H E Journal, Volume 33, Issue 7, 38-45.
• Cabrillo Middle School (2007). Retrieved June 7, 2006 from http://www.ventura.k12.ca.us/cabrillo/id11.htm.

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