Sprout Educational Consulting | Technology Services

Technology

At Sprout we pride ourselves in providing the "teaching side of online learning".

Collaborating with your Development Team
We will collaborate with your team to create learning modules that meet your objectives for the target audience. Choose an educational consultant with experience in technology as well as education. Almost any group of developers can make flashy technology tools for learning, but with Sprout you can market your edge of having a product that is both technologically savvy and pedagogically sound.

Developing websites and CDs for learning resources
Effective and appropriate technology integration is a priority for many private and public schools. When we develop curriculum-linked learning resources, we provide them in various technology formats that may be useful both to teachers or to parents wanting to accelerate their child's learning. Teachers often want to use the technology available to them in their schools, but lack the time needed to develop meaningful resources. We provide everything from presentations for teachers to independent lesson modules for students. Resources are based on modern educational theories and practices.

Technology in Education

Effective technology tools take into consideration a variety of learning styles, levels of thinking, and physical needs.

At sprout we encourage the use of technology in curriculum beyond presentation software.
Teachers generally express that the most effective uses of multimedia in their classroom are those used for a specific purpose which is linked to the outcomes, and those that provide a perspective or experience that would be difficult to simulate without the technology (Goyne et al, 2000).

Goyne, J.S., McDonough, S.K. and Padgett, D.D. (2000). Practical guidelines for evaluating educational software. The Clearing House. 73(6): 345-348.