technology and science for elementary students
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Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Claudia MontoyaINST6031.01 FALL10 Applications of Technology
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
• There are many ways technology can be helpful for students in elementary science classes – Specific Software – Internet
THE INTERNETThe most effective use of technology found in my research
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Advantages
– Prepare for higher education– Preparation for working environment later in life– World Wide Communication – Exposure to other cultures and teaching methods– Teacher Lectures can be more engaging– Visual and Auditory stimulation– Group Activities more elaborate– Students can research multiple topics more
extensively
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Students can devise an answer to any question a He/She or the Teacher asks by just using the internet
Especially when using search engines such as:
Bing
Yahoo
Wikipedia
Ask.com
And many other…
Choose a SubjectChoose a Search Engine
Then follow the steps of the scientific method
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
The Scientific Method
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Even Elementary Students can do Extensive Research
Can Misspell Words
Predicative CapabilitiesAbbreviate Words
Tracks History
Search Engines are User Friendly
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Interactive Science Software Interactive Science Websites
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
With the creation of Skype and other software the world has become much smaller
Connecting Students and Teachers World Wide
Disadvantages
– SECURITY AND SUPERVISION• Viruses• Piracy• Inappropriate use of the web
– COST• Initial and upgrade hardware and software purchases • Maintaining anti-virus software• Teacher Education• IT Support Infrastructure
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Technology and Science for Elementary Students
Technology is furthered everyday by science, and in turn science is furthered by technology so the sooner teachers begin integration
into the classroom the more students can learn and grow.