...Benefits of Technology in the Classroom The benefits of technology in the classroom are broad and deep. When schools utilize education technology like SMART® Interactive Whiteboards, students are more engaged, more motivated, and more excited about learning. An interactive smart classroom enables teachers to prepare dynamic multi-media lessons with hands-on components. The benefits of technology in education reach across all grade levels, from K-12 all the way up to colleges and universities. ComputerLand Network Technologies of East Texas has been helping schools with integrating technology into the classroom for over 30 years. Benefits of Technology In The Classroom: Preparing The 21st Century Workforce One of the most important benefits of technology in the classroom is that it can help to prepare students to become successful members of the 21stCentury workforce. Schools can leverage computer technology to create a project-based learning environment that teaches students essential skills they will need to thrive in the real world of work. Not only do they gain competence and experience using the technology itself, but students in the 21st Century classroom learn critical thinking and workplace skills that will prepare them well for their future. It is not just about learning facts and figures, but learning about collaboration, problem-solving, communication, leadership, motivation, productivity, and self direction. Simply put, integrating technology into the...
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...blame technology for destroying nature and causing pollution, and say that it is the worst evil in the world , I still believe that it has greatly changed our lives for the better as we hardly imagine what would happen if we went for a day without technology. Technology is very popular in our daily life thanks to its advantages. As we know, firstly, technology in household helps people do the housework. For example, housewives do not need to wash manually, but they can use washing machine. Another reason why I advocate the viewpoint that technology has made the world a better place to live is that it makes the world smaller. Nowadays people can travel faster and easier to other places by car, bus and air-plane, and see many new interesting things around the world. In addition, they communicate with people in different countries through the Internet and phones, which saves them lots of time and money. But the most worthwhile benefit technology has brought to us is that it makes us healthier and happier. Clear progress in medicine, use new technologies to diagnose and combat diseases make therapy more effective. It allows us to cure serious diseases such as cancer and cardiopathy. Statistics show that life expectancy is getting longer. In Europe, for example, today life expectancy has climbed past 80 and people are glad to be alive; the longer they live in good health, the happier they feel they are. So, as we go forward into this ‘magical future’, will technology make...
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...BENEFITS OF INTEGRATING/USING TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOR GRADE-V AT VALENCIA CITY CENTRAL SCHOOL Ramer Lloyd A. Espuertas Submitted in the partial fulfillment of requirement for the subject Language Research Irene B. Antonio College of Mindanao Valencia City, Bukidnon Introduction In a world where we commonly see laptops, tablets, computers or mobile phones as a technology of choice it may serve as an important tool for schools and teachers to create reforms in means of teaching. More and more often there are schools in which technology is used as an instructional tool. The use of technology can help improve and enhance the acquisition of knowledge and skills of students. Also learning technology is essential for students to gain the competency to function well in a 21st century society or the hi-tech society and workforce. We are an evolving technological society and in many ways have become dependent on its use. Thus, the use of technology and teaching students have to use it has become a high priority in many schools. There are studies conducted that talks about the benefits of integrating technology in learning English language. These include the study of Gulek and Demirtas (2005) that focused on Learning with technology: the impact of laptop use on student achievement; Lowther, Strahl, Inan and Bates (2007) that concentrated on Freedom to Learn Program Michigan; Christen (2009) that studied about transforming the classroom...
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...EDUCATION IN TECHNOLOGY Submitted by: Hafsah Sarfraz Marium Attiq Sara Khan Table of contents Acknowledgement………………………………………………….1 Abstract……………………………………………………………..2 Introduction…………………………………………………………..3 Objectives…………………………………………………………….6 Review of Literature………………………………………………….7 Sampling Technique………………………………………………10 Target Population…………………………………………………..11 Sample Size…………………………………………………………12 Questionnaire………………………………………………………13 Results……………………………………………………………….14 Conclusion…………………………………………………………22 Limitations………………………………………………………….22 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS “ALL PRAISES TO ALLAH WHO CREATED THIS UNIVERSE FOR THE EXPLORATION OF MAN.” DAROOD & SALAAM ON HAZRAT MUHAMMAD (S.A.W) who enlightened the torch of knowledge for mankind. One of his (S.A.W) sayings is “SEEK KNOWLEDGE FROM CRADLE TO GRAVE.” First of all we would like to thank our respected teacher Mr. Khalil Ullah, from the core of our hearts. It is a mark of distinction for us to be students of him. His precious suggestions, unflagging support and gentle behavior helped us a lot in completing this project successfully. And I would also like to thank all the people in the group who worked hard day and night to complete this project within the given time limit. ABSTRACT We carried out a study related to “Technology in studies”. Our main focus was on the effects of the new technology occurring in the universities in Pakistan. Pakistan’s education system desperately needs to be looked into and...
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...Tabatha MacDougall Effects of Technology on Education 12/11/2011 Abstract Technology is used in classrooms today and has both positive and negative effects on both students and teachers. I want to show in my paper how technology is not a substitute for a good teacher. Technology must be well implanted by a good teacher to be successful. Computers do not give successful teaching. I start out by discussing the positive effects on teachers and students, in my paper. I then debate the use of technology and its effects on traditional teaching methods. Lastly, I concluded with negative impacts technology has on the teachers and the students. By doing this, I will show while technology is important it is only a tool to educating students. It is not the solution to educating students. Today technology is commonly used in classrooms. Teachers use technology such as: computers, smart boards, calculators, virtual field trips, e-books, and online learning to reach all of their students. Many students rely on technology to learn new information, but then become too dependent on that technology. The traditional methods of teaching are now integrated with technology, making some traditional methods obsolete. Traditional methods such as direct instruction, focusing on learning styles, and using teaching strategies still need to be used in the classroom. These methods help students create a foundation for life-long learning. Technology cannot replace teachers and good teaching strategies...
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...How technology is changing today’s classrooms Technology is enabling multi-modal teaching, changing curricula and spawning rich forms of online research and collaboration. Nearly 60% of survey respondents say that professors will soon teach in more than one medium. When asked to compare different communications technologies, 52% of survey respondents state that online collaboration tools would make the greatest contribution in terms of improving educational quality over the next five years—the top response—while 48% point to the dynamic delivery of content and software that supports individually paced learning. Sophisticated learning-management systems and enhanced video and presentation tools are among other innovations that respondents say are likely to have a profound effect on the academic experience. It is interesting to note that despite the growing array of technology-enabled teaching tools available, nearly three-quarters of participants say that the greatest potential benefit of technology is something far more straightforward—namely, the expanded access to educational and reference resources that it provides. According to the survey results, online-collaboration tools, software that supports individually paced learning and learning-management systems are among the communications technologies most expected to improve academics over the next five years. Web 2.0 technologies such as wikis, instant messaging and social networking—which have been influential in improving...
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...Technology in Today’s Classrooms Technology in the classroom has changed tremendously in the last half century. In the last 50 years we have seen many different types of technology integrated into the classroom, including computers, interactive devices, and internet access. The integration of these technologies have not only been fast paced, but also widespread. Many children in the U.S. now have access to the latest and most advanced technologies. The different types of technology used in our children’s classrooms have changed the way they learn now and for many years to come. In today’s classrooms there are many different types of technologies used. Most classrooms today have computers with internet access. The internet is a tool to access learning websites, and maintain web pages and parent portal websites. Teachers can utilize these websites and computers to use Smart board, or interactive whiteboards and Smart tables, or interactive tabletops. “Interactive whiteboards have become popular teaching and learning tools, especially in primary school classrooms.” (Northolt, Millennial, Marshall, & Swan, 2010, p.494) Wireless internet access in schools has made the use of Ipods and Ipads popular in classrooms. These are just a few of the many technologies available in today’s classrooms. Many different people in the learning environment use technologies. Teachers make use of these technologies for instruction and communication. Smart boards and...
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...Technology in Elementary Classrooms Many changes have been brought forth as a result of advancement in technology. These changes have also been witnessed in the education in which technology in elementary classrooms is greatly improving the way teachers and tutors impart knowledge to students as well as helping students consequently develop skills that will in future benefit them in the competitive global job market. Technology experts and analysists have had various views concerning the way technology influences students with its introduction in elementary classrooms (Mishra et al., 2007). Technology is replacing the traditional instructional learning methods in the elementary classrooms in which its influence on students has been quite impressive if used well. Warren (2010) states computers have become integral not only in the business world but also in the education sector. Math functions have become quite simplified with the students learning in performing these functions and thus helped in speeding up the process of calculation. According to a survey conducted on the influence of technology on students in elementary classrooms, many technology experts argued that technology enhances the early opportunity of exposure on the students and enabling them solve math functions, analyze charts, and data through representational format of graphs. Spreadsheet software has been quite essential in presenting data after the introduction of computers in elementary classrooms simplifying...
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...schooling is when you attend a formal class room setting. As you all know, technology is rapidly growing throughout the world. Everyday you are associated with a form of technology and it is becoming more predominant in your lives. Now, online classes are an option. This advancement changes the ways and motivation of learning. Students no longer have to "go" to class; they can get online at home, a cafe, or anywhere else that provides internet access. Online classes may seem more convenient, but traditional learning is more beneficial. Many people argue that online learning is just as beneficial as traditional learning, if not more. Online learning allows you to have access to your classes where ever you go. You can go on vacation, or simply out to lunch and carry your classes with you. This is also helpful for you if you work or have kids. Not only is it nice to always have the classes available, you can also view the lesson or lecture as needed. In traditional school you do not have that opportunity unless you video record or tape the class. You still have a deadline to complete the class, but you can work at your own pace and when you have the time. Online classes also offer the opportunity to learn from professors around the world. This allows you to learn about other cultures. Since technology is changing so rapidly, the option of taking online classes will assist you "keeping up" with technology. The professors are reachable through online chat, email, discussion thread...
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...Classroom Technology Plan Instructor Faux Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan Technology has become the focus of our education today and is the building blocks to help students achieve the goals not only in their personal lives but also their academic. Computers are a large facet of our future allowing students to learn through the advances of technology to help them succeed into adulthood. A specific plan of communication will ensure a smooth flow of information to both parents and students. In order for this plan to become successful it will take a constant effort. Every parent’s type of communication will differ; therefore we must have several different communication strategies on hand. Using technology in the classroom will allow students to be more in touch with learning only help improve their leaning potentials. Having a technology in the classroom is a benefit for everyone. Teachers will be able to work with students more and spend less time worrying about how they are going to compute students’ grades. This generation is a technology based generation, and will learn best through technology. Section One: Mission and Vision Statement Mission Statement: By providing students with technology both in and out of the classroom, they will become more familiar with how to properly use today's technologies and stay updated with the technologies of the future, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for each of them. Students will implement the use of technology into their...
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...Age of Education: Who Benefits More in a Mutual Learning Environment? It is 8:00 in the morning and another school day has just begun. Mrs. Sullivan is powering on her SMART board so she can demonstrate today’s spelling lesson to her first grade class. Mr. Price is waiting for the bulb in his projector to achieve its maximum brightness before he begins showing his fourth grade history class an interactive map about Christopher Columbus and his discovery of a new world. Mrs. Peattie disperses electronic touch screen tablets for her students to use as they learn how to diagram sentences. Later in the day, Mrs. Thomas makes sure all the laptop computers for her classroom have a full charge so she can teach her seventh grade math students the importance of fractions as they work out exercises on the machines by themselves. These instances are a common occurrence in modern schools and classrooms. Technology is being integrated into classrooms all over to enhance and enrich students’ educations. But who really benefits from having this technology in the classroom? Both students and teachers benefit from the integration of technology in the classroom by creating new opportunities for learning, improving performance, and increasing involvement. The general purpose of having technology in the classroom may not be as evident to everyone. With the teacher/student ratio on the rise, individual attention for students is limited. Beneficially, technology is the answer. Teachers...
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...consumers, investors and participants in a healthy economy” (as cited in Wentland, 2004, p. 641). This research topic came about as a result of a current project with an economics teacher who would like to add some form of multimedia component into his syllabus. While trying to develop a suitable application for my client, I had to review the ways that technology is used to teach economics as my guide. In this process, I decided to conduct research into the role of computer technology in economics education. I was initially interested in how technology was introduced in to teaching economics and then retracing its journey into more contemporary uses of technology so that I can securely make predictions for the future. This approach was not very fruitful because I was unable to find articles that gave adequate information regarding the introduction of technology into economics education. As a result, I had to modify the scope of my research. The objectives changed to a literature exploration of how economics is taught using technology. Other factors that were also considered include reviews to determine whether technology helps with teaching economics and reviews to come up with possible predictions for the future of...
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...generationally diverse environment in recent years. Sanchez and Kaplan (2014) explained that higher education institutions have increasingly shifted towards lifelong learning to accommodate the age diversity among their students. This means that teachers and instructors need to be aware of generational aspects in within the learning environment to accommodate all learners. It also brings up the question as to whether there are actual differences in learning between the different generations. In this paper theoretical and research evidence in regards to intergenerational learning is noted. The importance for instructors to be aware of whether there are actual generational differences among...
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...Urdaneta City University S.Y. 2014-2015 Student Experiences with Information Technology and their Relationship to Other Aspects of Student Engagement RESEARCH PAPER PRESENTED BY: EDISON G. MILLET MR. RYAN JASON DELOS REYES WRITING IN DISCIPLINE ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION In education, student engagement refers to the degree of attention, curiosity, interest, optimism, and passion that students show when they are learning or being taught, which extends to the level of motivation they have to learn and progress in their education. Generally speaking, the concept of “student engagement” is predicated on the belief that learning improves when students are inquisitive, interested, or inspired, and that learning tends to suffer when students are bored, dispassionate, disaffected, or otherwise “disengaged.” Stronger student engagement or improved student engagement are common instructional objectives expressed by educators. In education, the term student engagement has grown in popularity in recent decades, most likely resulting from an increased understanding of the role that certain intellectual, emotional, behavioral, physical, and social factors play in the learning process. For example, a wide variety of research studies on learning have revealed connections between so-called “non-cognitive factors” or “non-cognitive skills” (e.g., motivation, interest, curiosity, responsibility, determination, perseverance, attitude...
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...Research Question: Are students benefiting from the integration of technology in the educational system? Texts Abbas, A. and Faiz, A. (2013), ‘Usefulness of digital and traditional libraries in higher education’. International Journal of Services Technology and Management, Vol. 19, No 1/2/3, pp. 149-160. This article compares the advantages of digital libraries to traditional libraries in higher education. This is done by students comparing their fundamental functions (access location, interaction, search and query of access). The results displayed advantages and disadvantages to both, however the article concludes that students prefer digital libraries over traditional. This was due to digital libraries being more...
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