IRB


 * Artifact 5: MCOM 581 IRB Research Application**

OUTCOME(S) MET:
 * Implements a cycle of quantitative and qualitative research that leads to improved technology integration and teacher adoption.

STANDARD(S) MET:
 * III.B. Integrity and ethical behavior, professional conduct as stated in Pennsylvania's Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations

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// 2. Identify 1-3 elements of the artifact and explain why/how they demonstrate mastery. //

The first element in this artifact that shows mastery is that it focuses on technology integration and the teacher. This research is not done very often, if at all and is a new level in the instructional technology sphere. Another element is that I used many resources to find not only what I would research but also //how// I would research. Although my research is mostly qualitative, I am using several methods to gather my data and make it well-rounded. The IRB application will help me to use this research and its findings for a future publication.

// 3. How does, will, or could the content of this artifact benefit your instructional audience or professional community? //

In my research final report I will include a section on how to improve integration of technology for the two professors I am studying. I will also include a 'future research possibilities' section. These tips and ideas may help current and future professors with their integration of technology and improve their knowledge and skills.

// 4. Reflection. What did you learn from the experience when you created the artifact or took the course? //

I learned a lot from this experience. I learned more about professional applications for research. I learned a lot from the articles I researched and found. I appreciated the extra knowledge I gained about Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge and how to better and validate my research.