Publication year: 2011
Source: The Internet and Higher Education, In Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available online 5 March 2011
Mimi Miyoung, Lee , Jennifer, Chauvot , Brian, Plankis , Julie, Vowell , Shea, Culpepper
iSMART (Integration of Science, Mathematics, and Reflective Teaching) Program is an online science and mathematics integrated graduate program for middle school teachers across the state of Texas. As part of a large design-based research project, this paper describes the initial stages of the design process of the iSMART program for its first cohort in the fall 2010 with a focus on program development.The paper begins with our theoretical perspective and rationale for our use of design-based research methodology. We then provide a review of literature on the integration of science and mathematics and the design of online learning environments. Next,…