Applying technology to school
Applying technology to school Technology plays a very important role in today’s classroom. By incorporating technology with different subject area a teacher can enhance the learning experience for students. It provides students the opportunity to learn from wide array of resources for a particular subject area. It is vital for teachers to learn about the different areas of technology to implement it in a best possible way. Technology in the classroom has several advantages for teachers and students, from four year olds to college level students (law, 2010).
During my different field experiences, I had observed the use of technology in elementary classrooms. The different software programs provide students the opportunity to learn and play at the same time. Students in elementary classroom are more confident and enthusiastic in exploring and learning through technology. The use of technology enhances the problem solving skills of young children. Technology supports the different developmental needs of young children by nurturing cognitive and motor skills.
According to research differences in learning styles are more readily visible at the computer, where children have the freedom to follow diverse paths towards a goal (Clements, 1994). Learning through technology offers many unique opportunities to students and teacher at all levels. It inspires students to become self learners and offers teachers to observe children during different learning process. Educators should learn to maximize the use of technology by exploring different software and internet tools. By providing appropriate training school districts can encourage educators to implement technology in classrooms.
References used:
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clements, D. (1999). Dialogue on early childhood science, mathematics, and technology education first experiences in science, mathematics, and technology.
Aditi,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your insight into applying technology in education. I agree with you that technology plays an essential role in education. It seems like technology is changing so much and it’s hard for me to keep up with the changes. I definitely agree with you that students are more motivated to do activities that involve technology. They love doing activities with SMART boards, flip cameras, computers or even laptops. Technology is changing daily and we as educators have to participate in these staff developments so that we know the newest and best ways to teach our students.
I enjoyed your Slideshare as well. The advantages of using technology in the classroom definitely outweigh the disadvantages. Our world is changing so fast and it’s important that we as educators keep up with these changes.
Millie Bu