“After a decade of massive spending on e-learning technologies and infrastructure, we should all be thankful for this unique volume, which provides an invaluable resource for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners.”
—Roy Pea, Director, Stanford Center for Innovations in Learning, Stanford University

“An invaluable resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners. Applying the evaluative models in this volume can elucidate the ‘conditions for success’ under which computers and telecommunications provide dramatic benefits in student learning outcomes.”
—Chris Dede, Graduate School of Education, Harvard University

In this definitive volume, today’s leading authorities outline research designs, methodologies, and types of assessments that can be used to more effectively evaluate educational technologies. These designs, when properly implemented, provide critical evidence of technology’s impact on student learning. Featuring real-world examples with lessons learned to help readers understand the experts’ conclusions and recommendations, this user-friendly reference is organized around four themes:

In addition to this comprehensive reference, TC Press also publishes a companion volume that synthesizes these research finding—Using Technology Evaluation to Enhance Student Learning. This companion volume will help educators make sense of claims regarding the scientific research base for technologies they are considering using in their classrooms and schools, and will show policymakers how to find out “what works” in their district or state. Used together, this groundbreaking resource is the only reference you will need for the most up-to-date, authoritative information on how to evaluate the effectiveness of educational technology.