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Dr. V. William DelucA
Associate Professor
Technology Education
Math, Science and Technology Education |
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Education
B.S., California University of Pennsylvania
M.A. & Ed.D., West Virginia University
Research Areas
Improving Problem-Solving Performance
Research Description
Dr. DeLuca's research interests include the study of thinking processes, teaching methods and activities which improve problem solving performance. His recent work has focused on developing a theoretical base for the application of technological problem solving content and expanding the implementation of problem-solving activities in technology education.
Courses Taught
• TED115: Wood Processing
• TED221: Construction Technology
• TED384: Computer Applications in Industry
• TED430: Manufacturing Technology
• TED552: Emerging Technologies
• TED555: Developing and Implementing Technology Education Programs
Current Projects
Practical and theoretical foundations for implementing creative problem solving strategies for instruction in technology education, CTTE Publications.
Curriculum development of the future was the content focus of TED 555 Developing and Implementing Technology Education. Students learned the basics of curriculum design while experiencing the potential of multimedia and internet resources. Curriculum development activities focused on "publishing without paper." The class has developed an internet directory of technology education resources, standards for hypertext technology education curriculum and units of instruction WWW ready.
Recent Publications
• DeLuca, V.W. (1999) Technological problem solving in manufacturing: presentation video and notes, ITEA Technology Bank.
• DeLuca, V.W. (1995, v.1.2) Manufacturing System Design (MDESIGN), Software published as shareware for use by classroom teachers.
• DeLuca V. W. (1992). Survey of technology education problem- solving activities. The Technology Teacher. 51(5), 26-29. (refereed)
• DeLuca, V. W. (1991). Technology education problem-solving activities: we can teach more! ITEA Technology Bank. (reprint of presentation given at the ITEA's Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah)
• DeLuca V. W. (1991). The effect of text structure on cognitive performance. Journal of Industrial Teacher Education. 28(4), 64- 71. (refereed)
