Teaching with Technology

Basic purposeFacilitates learningImproves students’ performanceIncreases efficiencySpeeds up learning process

Evolution of equipmentBlack/White boards are replaced by SmartboardsBooks and pencils are being replaced by laptops and

tabletsMore focus on projected presentations and videos

AdvantagesStudents love technologyAccess to informationProtects environmentEasiness in teachingHigh pupil engagementIncreased interactivityProfessional developmentEncourages homework as studies become funSaves money in the long-run

Benefits for TeachersImproves deliveryPersonalize lessons according to individual needsLess/No documentationPreparation/planning for lessons becomes easierSaves timeStudent evaluations become clearEliminates/decreases margin of error in general teaching

Disadvantages (open to interpretation) Teachers need to learn the use of technologyTeachers are not paid enough to spend their time

learning the use of Tech toolsSome students cannot afford to invest Some schools can not afford to investMaintenance requires money and dedication, equipment

failure leads to lost time and idle sittings

Equipment and ToolsComputer and Video displayMobiles and Tablets Virtual classrooms (Skype, Google Hangouts)Social NetworksE-booksLearning management systemComputer-aided assessmentElectronic Performance support systems

Social Network and BlogsPost thoughts, share ideas and commentsNon-stop source of learningIncreased interactionStudents majorly use Facebook and Twitter to discuss

school work

Virtual ClassroomsCan be conducted on Skype and Google HangoutsNot bound by geographical presenceCan be used when emergency is called in the city

Computer-aided assessmentMultiple choiceFeedback right awayComputer tests adapt according to student’s progressEnvironment friendly, as exams is one season where all

educational institutions produce and dump countless papers

Electronic Performance Support SystemsA computer based systemProvides access to integrated information, learning

experiences, guidance, advice and assistanceSupplemental documentation and content sourcesEasy-to-access course material

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