Elizabeth Rodriguez
English 3
Research Paper
17 April 2017
Technology in the classroom
Even though one main argument against using technology in the classroom is that it is too expensive. Technology should be used, to a certain extent, because technology is more interactive for students and they learn more efficiently using it. Should technology be used in the classroom? My opinion on the debate is yes. I think this because there are many positive and negative uses of technology to further education. One example is that nowadays we are consumed by technology, making us progress as individuals, so why should we not use it in education? The main problem is that most people assume it is costly, “...after buying the tablets and the
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As the teacher is teaching, the students would most likely not pay attention and go on apps or websites they are not supposed to be on. Students will not focus and as a result, it may lead to getting bad grades.
For the first problem, the cost, some possible solutions for this are to perhaps have fundraisers so everyone can have a tablet or laptop. They would be beneficial and help the kids be more sociable. Another solution for this problem are that major tablet and laptops have programs for schools, making the prices lower. For example, Apple’s “Apple and Education” program has an education discount and access to other special benefits just for schools.
As for the problem of technology being a distraction, it depends on how the student and teacher are. One pro is that it is proven more students learn better and get more adapt to using technology to further enhance their learning. As a way for the teachers and students to have fun while learning the “tablets allow teachers to better customize student learning” (Mendelsohn). It is also proven that using technology to take standardized tests leads to having better grades. Given the statistics distraction from technology is not a major problem.
Against the problem of technology being the cause of health problems. My argument against this are that the students would not constantly be on the tablets and most of the health issues would not be a problem. My solution for the
Technology in the school has become an increasingly challenging and somewhat disruptive aspect in today’s educational system. In order to maintain what is considered the status quo, schools have focused their energy and resources on banning cell phones, wireless Internet and blocking social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter in schools. However, as technology continues to grow in our society outside of the school, many believe that effectively involving these technologies into the classroom can ultimately improve student engagement in their learning environments. This research paper will focus on both sides of the argument and ultimately seek to determine if there is a best practice regarding technological being put into schools.
Modern technology has penetrated every aspect of our lives and made great impacts on our daily activities, especially in the area of education. The continuous infusion of technology in education has become an unchangeable tendency. Given the increased use of technology in education, much research has been done on the value of technology in education. However, none of the studies have answered all of the questions that are essential to determining whether continuous infusion of new technologies in education can improve the quality of education. Since a clear answer to this question is vital to help educational organizations to make decisions on how much
Technology in the classroom is important for teachers, parents, and students alike, because technology use has become a necessary skill for survival in today’s vastly expanding technology driven global economy. Research has shown an increase in student’s success rates when exposed to technology in the classroom. Also technology has opened lines of communication between educators and parents to keep students on track, and help teachers educate better.
Thesis/Claim: Technology should not be used in the classroom because it creates distraction and encourages laziness, it makes cheating easier, it possibly disconnects people from each other, it replaces teachers, and it makes it easier to access other's work.
You walk into most public-school classrooms and you see laptops, I pads, Desktops and sometimes smart boards. These are used as learning tools. When using these tools, the kids really are learning with a hands-on approach. For some kids, it’s a helpful tool for other kids it’s a distraction. The students can use technology for school work at home and it also helps with the Turing in process with teachers. I think that technology can be useful in a classroom setting but should not replace the classroom
Argumentative Essay Technology is the new big thing. We use technology in our everyday lives. Nowadays, Technology comes in different styles. There are cell phones, computers and television. Technology can benefit and harm the human mind.
The pro's outweighs the con's in this argument. While technology could distract students, it can just as easily hold their attention. As discussed when moving from a technological environment to a non technological one an adjustment period is necessary. Using technology in schools has a positive effect on the environment. Schools who use more technology in turn use less paper. Students with disabilities are no longer left behind with assistive technology. When these programs are in use students with disabilities have a better possibility to succeed. Students are being prepared for the future by becoming familiar with technology. Last but not least technology makes learning fun. Technology is always going to be around why shouldn't schools take advantage of all the
To begin with, students do not pay attention in class because they are distracted by technology. Study shows students’ constant use of technology is hampering their attention span. This proves students are not getting the education needed. Students don’t learn enough during their classes which causes them to fail their classes. Also, technology can cause
Books and face to face learning have started to dissipate as technology has taken over. The internet has taken over the teaching world. Apps have been on the rise since iPads and laptops have been introduced into school districts around the country. Applications like Notability, Desmos, and Quizlet have made it easier for kids to study on their own. Online classes are also growing more and more popular since students can double up on classes and get more credits in less time. Younger students don’t use devices for the same reasons, but to catch up on things they may miss in school due to absences or other extenuating circumstances. The school issued electronics are also great for reviewing materials at home, in the instances of an upcoming test. Most classes and teachers have the added help of being able to teach and or use devices for students benefit. Other classes, like art or gym do not benefit. Visual and physical classes are more difficult in the sense that they require full participation from students. Devices can serve as a distraction in these instances. Especially in cases where material is not
Whether the child is homeschooled or in public school, the use of technology should be limited. The communication between students and teachers are becoming more unprofessional. The students are more distracted in school and technology is less beneficial because it is part of the reason for the distractions. Some parents may support technology in schools as well as teachers but there should be classrooms more geared toward how students will benefit. Teachers need to be aware of the different way students learn and see if technology will reach all their students’ needs. If technology does not reach every student, how can they make it so technology is not the primary source of learning? Technology should not be as prevalent in schools as they already are in America and this wealth needs to be shared with surrounding
When considering the use of technology in the classroom, there are many questions that need to be addressed. Such as what should students be learning
Is technology used too much in schools today? Everywhere I look, I see students on their smartphones and teachers on their computers. I believe technology limits the ability for students to learn and for teachers to teach new material. Today, teachers teach less and students learn less. Technology has made our generation lazy and unreliable. Technology such as iPhones and computer has made our generation inactive and the use of technology needs to be reduced drastically.
Imagine what giving a school full of middle schoolers tablets or laptops would be like. How many of them would just play games instead of doing work? Countless people believe that replacing textbooks with tablets or small computers is the future of education, despite all the negative aspects of the idea. According to the article, “Should Tablets Replace textbooks in K-12 Schools?” by procon.org, “There are many different companies that manufacture tablets, and most contract with one specific e-book seller. This means that some textbooks may not be sold across all tablets.” Doing away with textbooks has several other problems as well. The negative sides of replacing textbooks with tablets or laptops outweigh
On a daily basis, both businesses and individuals rely on technology. It cannot be denied that technology has become part of our everyday life. As individuals, we all depend on technology, either for education, health purposes, transportation, communication, romantic relationships, and/or business growth . It is impossible to explore how each advancement in technology has impacted our lives as well as how it will impact the future, but we can briefly explore the major advancements. Technology impacts the environment, people individually, and the society as a whole.
Electronic devices and technology have taken over our life, but should they be allowed in classrooms? In the past, schools have used different types of methods to gain attention of the students such as overhead projectors or video tapes on television. Some of the schools even use other devices to teach students with methods that the students are most familiar with and more likely to learn from. Many school have iPad’s, they allow kids to take home to do their homework. Even parents, at early age allow their children to use electronic devices to teach them the alphabet through songs or through other interactive games. In the current technological world, some of us might even say that we cannot live without our electrics because they are a big part of our lives.