What are the benefits of technology in the classroom?

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 21st Century 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 classroom helps to prepare kids for the complex world they will face after graduation.

sunisa

Technology can be a great tool for motivating and engaging students. Brain research shows that if students are engaged, they learn more.It can keep students focused for longer periods of time.It makes students more excited to learn.It enables students to learn at their own pace.It prepares students for the future.

Jariya Ruangrua 007 3EN

Is this a question for an assignment?
1.Technology supports improved student engagement
(I have a Smart Board and have seen a marked rise in interest in lessons)
2. Realia...nothing beats showing them video of a lion roaring vs a picture lion.
3. Competitive edge....we live in 2009 not 1959...students
who understand how to use Powerpoint, flash drives
and the internet have a great advantage
over those who do not...in almost every career area.

Benjaporn027

The use of computer technology has moved beyond computer assisted instruction in the form of tutorials or drill and practice. Today's technology can provide teachers and students with opportunities for teaching and learning that were impossible in the past. Computers can be used as devices for communicating with people literally a world apart. They can be used as tools to create instructional materials or as presentation devices to provide information in ways never before possible. Three advantages have been found regarding technology in the classroom including:
- Educators should use technology in the classroom because its wide range of uses and forms has the potential to reach students of all learning styles, as well as be more efficient.
- The interest and motivation that technology induces in students makes its usage in schools important.
- Educators better prepare students for the future when using technology aimed at addressing each learning style.



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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.


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