Knowledge representation and communication with concept maps in teacher training of science and technology

Abstract

This paper shows the development of an educational innovation that we have made in the context of initial teacher training for secondary education of science and technology. In this educational experience computing resources and concept maps are used to develop teaching skills related to knowledge representation, oral communication, teamwork and practical use of ICT in the classroom. Initial results indicate that future teachers value positively the use of concept maps and computer resources as useful tools for teacher training.

Keywords

• formación inicial de profesores de ciencia y tecnología
• representación del conocimiento
• mapas conceptuales
• Cmap Tools
• aprendizaje colaborativo
• comunicación en el aula
• Initial teacher training of science and technology
• knowledge representation
• concept maps
• collaborative learning
• communication in the classroom