The Importance Of Classroom Technology

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.

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.

Technology has taken us to unimaginable highs and it all starts in the classroom. Millennials are considers the dumbest generation because of our “dependency” on technology, but previous generations misunderstand our use of technology when we are just being productive with getting information. Also generations prior to ours never experienced this amount of technology in their time at school so to them they feel as if we are just being lazy to open up a book like they had too. With being able to make technology easier for us in the classroom it helps to become an overall better student. In the classroom, technology is very useful helping students with their school work. Also helps students connect with each other on assignments or for projects and

Yes there are some cons to this argument but I think the pros overrule the cons.There are much more reasons why technology is good in the classroom rather than it being bad in the classroom.For example,technology can be used as a reward system to help children get their work done and respect students and teachers in the classroom.The first piece of evidence for this reason is that one of many articles say that since technology is what a lot of kids want,the parents can use it as a reward system so the kid will get his/her work done.For example,if the kid does his/her homework then the kid will be able to play his/her game on the kids computer after words.The second piece of evidence is that the article called”Children, Adolescents, and the

IPads and all of this new technology is being used more to play Flappy Bird than get any real schoolwork done. With new innovations in technology, schools have decided to incorporate devices like the Smartboard or IPad, but we do not know how to use them effectively to teach. Sure, these devices could be of some help, but the school board has not effectively taught teachers how to fully utilize the very equipment they are using to teach their students. Even with a firewall that can block certain websites and media, if a student really wants to slack off in the middle of class, they will find a way. However, if teachers were taught how to fully implement their devices in the classroom, students would not want to waste an entire class period playing Minecraft on the IPad or Apple computer. After all, most teachers will spend days trying to figure out the new systems that have been thrown in their face. Just think of the disastrous consequences and wasted money just to try to get a Smart Board to work. If we do not teach and properly implement better technology, we will continue to waste both students and teachers time, as shown by Four County Career Center and it 's use of the iPad and Smart Board.

Technology in the classroom used to be very uncommon, but now more and more classrooms are becoming technology based. Technology has allowed children to learn in ways that never before would have been possible. For education in history, they can figuratively go back in time. For science, they can view accurate 3D representations of an atom. It also keeps them more focused and involved in their learning. Technology in the classroom allows children to learn quicker and more effectively. This paper will support the benefits of technology in the classroom, as well as show the downfalls of technology and why they are inconsequential. Will your classroom make the switch to technology?

Technology has greatly revolutionized the healthcare industry. It has streamlined patient care and opened networks to make information more attainable and concise which has allowed for the improvement of patient care and drastically eliminating the chance for error. One of the most influential ways technology has been changing the industry has been in education. More and more schools in charge of molding the next leaders of the healthcare industry are using technologically advanced tools to train the students in procedure and patient care. Simulations are becoming one of those widely utilized tools in the education of healthcare professionals. They provide a safer learning environment where students can explore a variety of scenarios and how to tackle them, and can improve patient care and aid professionals in making better more educated decisions.

Technology is changing at such a rapid pace that it is extremely difficult for any one person to keep up with the latest developments. However, just like doctors or marketers, teachers are also expected to keep up with the latest research and technology that will result in the best possible outcomes. It is much easier for educators to do this if they have a social community, with whom they can exchange ideas, share experiences, and ask questions together. The first two ISTE Standards for Educators, “Learner” and “Leader,” encourage teachers to become life-long learners and leaders in their practice. Data patterns from the teacher survey show that there is room for improvement with these two standards at McNicholas High School.

In today’s generation, more and more children are receiving cell phones before the age of 12. The use of cell phones in schools today are not just for texting and social media but as teaching aids. In the past there were not a vast amount of technology or cell phones but a lot has changed in the last 20 years. More and more classrooms today have many different forms of technology that is used to give students the best form of education. In schools, today there is access for many classrooms to have iPads, laptops, smartphones, and projectors in the classroom. The teachers are becoming more lenient toward the ideas of having technology within the class. The access to technology in the classrooms allows students to learn in many different ways. I believe that we as educators need to stop telling our students to put their phones away so much and allow them to use the item that their eyes are glued on to enhance their learning.

The use of technology is particularly popular in almost every school in the United States. A common issue found in the education system nowadays is how much technology students use for their schoolwork. Millions of students use electronic components such as the computer, tablet, and phones to complete their assignments and communicate with other students about school projects and such. There are many pros and cons to this issue but there are mostly negative effects to it. In the education system, the use of technology should be limited for the students because it will decrease the dependency individuals have of the internet to help with their work, there will be an increase in their social skills, and students will not be lazy with everything they do.

Supporters of technological advancements and advocates of expanding the use of technology would have us believe that the continual expansion of technology and support of its usage in school systems is a clear betterment of humanity. They explain its effectiveness and ability to level the playing field for millions of civilians. However, these advocates fail to acknowledge the obvious downfalls and stagnation, or even reversion of societal advancements. Technology diminishes skills, encourages the demotivation of children, and steals away precious time. What is often viewed narrow mindedly as an obvious good that solely progresses nations is concurrently becoming an inhibitor and its implementation in educational curriculum should be viewed with a wary eye.

Technology is advancing rapidly and because of this, our lives are constantly changing. We have to adapt to the changes in our world. Technology is one of the most significant and beneficial changes in our history and schools need to be taking advantage of this. While some schools believe technology is a distraction that hinders learning, technology should be integrated into classrooms because it provides a large amount of information and prepares people for the use of technology in their futures.

The United States education system has evolved a remarkably since there were minute school houses on the prairie. In modern times, today the school systems continue to evolve in various ways. This includes the integration technology into the curriculum and instruction of the schools. However, this can come at a great gain and cost so the factors that contribute to technology in school should be taken into account.

A child’s mind is always growing, with the advancement of technology, it will raise to new heights. Finding the most efficient way to teach and learn, has been an ongoing debate since the beginning of education. Since then, education has gone a long way. Students have gone from learning on chalkboards and memorizing all the information they learned, to having individual computers where they have access to tools to write, learn and communicate. But with all these new tools, many essential skills may be lost. Being reliant on online communication means that real face to face interactions will be gone. Children will not learn the valuable social skill that they will need when they grow up. Although this may be true, incorporating more technology into learning can lead to a more efficient and passionate education. Environmental technology will hugely enhance future technology.

Many are misled regarding technology in schools because they fail to realize the difference between technology usage and technology integration. Technology usage focuses on the physical device, delivering information, and majority conduct comes from the teacher; whereas, technology integration supports the physical device to promote learning objectives, constructs knowledge, and allows students to operate it themselves (Harris 7). This is what separates technology efficient schools from the rest, technology is not their goal, education is (Levin and Schrum 51-53). Instead of taking a “one size fits all approach”, schools are able to succeed because they make learning relevant, provide opportunities, and promote important skills by integrating technology with curriculum. After using that method, and providing a laptop for every student in the school district, Mooresville, North Carolina dramatically improved high school standardized test proficiency from 68% to 88.5% (Levin and Schrum 51-53). However, Robert Kozma argues, ‘“What are the actual and potential relationships between media and learning?”’ (qtd. in Harris 2). Other critics have also stated concerns that technology does not influence achievement, teachers need training to effectively administer usage, and making sure every student has access. On the other hand, proponents of classroom technology say it allows creativity and is better fit for today’s society. Public schools across the United States, from low to high