Tablets: A New Force Taking Over the Classroom

Education is discussed all the time to see what the best ways to learn are and what should happen to make education better. Tablets instead of textbooks have been a major discussion in the past, if tablets are chosen over textbooks it could be a huge step for the future. Some people are old fashioned and see the benefits in textbooks while others believe that the world is changing and that getting rid of textbooks and moving onto tablets would be a huge step toward success. This has been an ongoing discussion for years and probably years to come, some schools have made the step toward success they believe, and have made the change to having tablets help educate the students over textbooks. Tablets are a step in the right direction because, tablets help students learn faster, cost less, and tablets better prepare students for technology.

“I don 't think tablets are where we should be focused. But I do think they could end up being an efficient way of delivering textbooks. They 're just not really that, yet. There 's all sorts of poisons and mined minerals and carnage that goes on to make a tablet. Way more than to print a book…”(Rushkoff). There is heated debate going on in school districts across the nation, but it is not over dress code or standardized testing. It is over whether schools should shift to tablets instead of dated textbooks. Within the last ten years, the advancement of technology has caused an increase in controversy over which one is the best option. Weighing pros against cons, it would ultimately be the best decision for school districts to continue

The textbook first appeared in the American education system in the late 1600’s in the form of the New England Primer. Dominated with religious content, the New England Primer was used as an introductory tool for reading instruction. As time progressed, more secular messages filled the pages of the book, and this shift in content paved the way for further textbooks, such as Webster’s American Spelling Book, and The McGuffey Reader. These books helped to revolutionize and equalize the American education system, and thus, textbooks have become a staple in a classroom setting. Roughly 350 years later, the educational landscape has changed drastically, yet one thing remains constant: the habitual presence of a textbook in a classroom setting. However, in the 21st century, the use of traditional textbooks is being challenged, as the technologically hungry nation pushes for the implementation of tablet computers as platforms for textbooks. The tablet computer industry, having recently become a dominant force in the consumer market, boasts its presence as a $35 billion industry. Their sleek design, large capacity, and innovative connectivity features make them a seemingly flawless replacement for paper textbooks. While a transition toward the use of tablet computers in place of printed textbooks seems like a natural step in increasing academic efficiency, upon closer examination, it is societally destructive, damages the quality of

In the fast paced, technology filled life of today, there is much debate about technology moving into schools. Some schools want to abolish paper and textbooks entirely, but some believe using technology will come at a cost, and not just the price tag. Many middle and high school students are being introduced to the idea of replacing textbooks with tablets; however, tablets are causing many different types of problems for students.

Before? I know I have! Don't you with all your textbooks were one? Well, it can happen with a tablet! Students are constantly forgetting their textbooks at school because there are so many, and then they can’t do their work. If all the textbooks were on a tablet then they wouldn't forget any books and it will be lightweight. Personally, I believe that we should replace our textbooks with tablets. Firstly, students won't freak out at home when

Tablets in schools come with many pros and cons but ultimately, the world is becoming more and more advanced and technological. Schools need to keep up with the changes going on in the world. Tablets are extremely imperative in schools. People may view tablets as overly expensive, however, they are actually very cost-beneficial. Tablets allow for more learning in the classrooms, give students more and easier ways to learn and access information, and help students with disabilities that struggle in the standard classroom.

Smudged ink, poor binding, and ripped pages. Nobody likes a book that is falling apart and smells musty enough to be far too old to use. Then add the fact that it may weigh 20 pounds and it becomes even more of a hindrance. I am talking about textbooks. Luckily, there is a new alternative. Today, many electronic books or e-readers have not only become more convenient and easy to use, but also increasingly more popular. Many people are opposed to this new technology for many reasons that remain unclear to me. However, many studies have been done and shown that technology can help students to learn and test better. “Students who used the iPad version scored 20 percent higher on standardized tests versus students who learned with traditional

“Are we going to prepare kids for their future, or our past? If we aren’t using technology, we aren’t preparing them for the future” says Sister Patricia Clune, Superintendent in Kansas City (Galitzine). Many kids develop back problems at an early age from carrying heavy textbooks(Tablets). Electronic devices weigh much lighter than textbooks making it a more suitable option for kids (Tablets). Textbooks need to be constantly updated but by using electronic devices schools can easily update books electronically at a much cheaper cost (Tablets).There are numerous tools found online that educators can use to encourage students to be more innovative and creative with their learning (Hilgedick). The support for electronic devices is

For many teachers introducing iPads in a primary classroom is a daunting task. Many educators are hesitant to take the leap to using iPads for instruction in a primary classroom (Getting & Swainey, 2012). The research of Dhir, Gahwaji, & Nyman found it is not surprising, that eight and nine year old children are considered technologically savvy. Children learn differently with technology. Certain skills such as problem solving, exploratory learning, collaboration, and teamwork skills are enhanced through the use of technology (2013). Shifflet,Toledo, & Mattoon found in their research, preschoolers were quite successful with iPads and even at a young age, the use of technology enhances the educational experience. Mattoon discovered four surprises in introducing touch tablets (similar to an iPad) to her preschool class, collaborations, digital citizenship, cooperation, and connection to the real world (2012). iPads also increase engagement, support multiple means to access curriculum, and enhance assessment practices for all ages of students (Government of Alberta, 2011). Consequently, the benefits of incorporating an iPad into a primary classroom are evident, increasing engagement, cooperation, and enhancing students learning is supported through use of the iPad.

One reason that textbooks should be used is because handheld technological devices including tablets are associated with a wide range of health problems. According to the American Optometric Association, such issues like headaches, blurred vision, eyestrain, and dry eyes, are all factors of “Computer Vision Syndrome”.The syndrome can cause bumps in learning, and having issues with health everyday is not a good way to be learning. People who use electronic devices more often have a hard time focusing because of all the screen time they are having. This shows that textbooks have a great advantage on learning because they do not cause health issues like headaches, eyestrain, dry eyes, and blurred vision when using them.

All across the world, children up to the age of eighteen or the twelfth grade are enrolled in some type of schooling system whether it be public, private, or home school. In these schools, the students are required to study and learn with the use of either textbooks or tablets. Many schools and administrators prefer the use of textbooks rather than tablets in classrooms, but through research and personal experience, I have found that tablets contribute to an enhanced education for students and prepare them for the future.

    A very major and prevalent debate in America’s schooling systems is should textbooks be replaced with laptops or tablets? Tablets should replace textbooks for many different reasons. Firstly, they are overall more versatile and practical. Second, they are cost effective.

How many countries are in the world, can dogs eat strawberries, what is the largest building in South America? These are all great questions that can easily be researched on an iPad. Recent studies show that as of 2016 43 percent of Americans read online books, magazines, or newspapers. The idea of tablets in the classroom is supported by teachers and students around the country. They believe that tablets would be more effective for learning purposes and improve standardized testing. In the U.S over 8 billion dollars are spent on outdated textbooks each year. Replacing textbooks with tablets will benefit students in and outside the classroom.

The implementation of the latest technology is important for enhancing the amount of information a student can embrace in a class. Currently, high schools have very strict rules against the use of cell phones and other electronic devices that have the ability to enforce key ideas in a curriculum. Education is the first step in the life of kids to becoming an effective member of society and these kids should be able to use every resource available to them in class to get the most out of this crucial step of life. The way a child is taught from kindergarten to twelfth grade can have a major impact on who they are as a person.

There are numerous studies on the use of Tablet PCs in instruction exhibited in the writing these studies demonstrate that Tablet PCs might be utilized as an instrument for evaluating, get ready addresses, and conveying classroom presentations. Once more, numerous studies have indicated that the utilization of Tablet PCs in instruction has a positive impact on learners, instructors and the taking in procedure. This study shows the routines and situations which have been produced for additional powerful utilization of Tablet PCs in the nature. The study additionally specifies how an educator can take participation, administer oral examinations, give tests and offer the workstation screen through the system made by tablet PCs. Tablet Pc Usage Scenarios in Classroom The undertaking which has been created for additional compelling utilization of Tablet PCs in a classroom environment has four diverse use situations. Mechanical foundation Infrastructure systems are the systems which are built by utilizing a gadget, for example, the right to gain entrance point. Specially appointed systems are the systems made between workstations without an extra gadget. Specially appointed system establishment is favored in the task being produced because of its minimal effort, and also its usability and establishment. Another system is secured for every lesson and ended at the end of the lesson. Samsung Galaxy Tab Tablet PCs are utilized as a part of the undertaking. Typically, these tablet PCs