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TECHNOLO
GY: TH
E LAST
EDUCATIO
NAL FRONTI
ER
By Jerica Coleman
THE ISSUE…
Due to a slipping economy, budget cuts, and dated educational views
technology has become a untapped resource in many American
classrooms.
QUESTIONS RAISED…
• what are the benefits? • Is technology effective? • Is it cost effective?
BENEFITS OF USING TECHNOLOGY IN THE
CLASSROOM
• Improving computer literacy
• Motivating students to learn
• competition
IMPROVING COMPUTER LITERACY
Aids in…
1. Making students productive members of society
2. Keeping students up to date with technology
3. Preparing them for college success
4. Makes the students “well rounded”
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Picture from: http://www.seas.upenn.edu/about-seas/eniac/operation.php
MOTIVATION
Read this article about Pluto and write 1 paragraph about it…
Watch this PBS video about
Pluto and write 2 paragraphs about it…
Interactive slide… Click on the heading that is interesting
to you & see a activity that matches those interests!
WHAT DID YOU PICK?
If you’re like most students you rather watch a semi interesting video about Pluto instead of
reading a dry article!
Free access to educational videos are another awesome way technology can enhance a
classroom!
COMPETITION
• According to the Huffington Post 2010, America’s educational rank is 14th overall. Which makes America Average!
• Incorporating technology into K-12 programs can aid in the effort to make America’s education back into a world class leader
• The country that is more technologically literate/advanced will be on top
TOP 10 COLLEGE DEGREES
10.Management Information Systems/Business Data Processing
11.Computer Engineering
12.Marketing/Marketing Management
13.Information Sciences & Systems
14.Economics/Finance
All information from CNBC: http://www.cnbc.com/id/23795840?photo=1
TOP 10 COLLEGE DEGREES CONTINUED…
5. Business Administration/Management
6. Computer Science
7. Electrical Engineering
8. Mechanical Engineering
9. Accounting
All information from CNBC: http://www.cnbc.com/id/23795840?photo=1
SO… IS TECHNOLOGY EFFECTIVE???
According to Cradler and Bridgforth, 1994, technology is effective in the
following ways…
• “Increases the preparation of students for most careers and vocations”
• “Improves attitude and confidence -- especially for 'at risk' students”
• “Increases student collaboration on projects”
• “Significantly improves student problem solving skills”
• “Improves writing skills and attitudes about writing for urban LEP students”
YES, TECHNOLOGY IS EFFECTIVE….
But• Teachers have to be properly trained
& • The technology has to fit the lesson
http://esmar-ufg.blogspot.com/2010/05/technology-its-effects-on-children.html
IS TECHNOLOGY COST EFFECTIVE???
True… technology is pricy!
It is also true that a lot of technologies are free! If you have internet access in your classroom, you have recourses! You just might have to do
some research
Free examples:Skype
Youtube
CONCLUSION
Technology’s benefits• Improves problem solving skills• Boosts confidence
Technology is cost effective• When we utilize free online software• With a little research
Technology is effective
• when used effectively
• When taught effectively
Any way you slice it, technology in the classroom is a great idea!
BIBLIOGRAPHY 10 College Degrees In Most Demand - CNBC. (n.d.). CNBC. Retrieved July 20, 2011, from
http://www.cnbc.com/id/23795840?photo=1
Cradler, J., & Bridgforth, E. (n.d.). Recent Research on the Effects of Technology on Teaching and
Learning. Wested . Retrieved July 20, 2011, from www.wested.org/techpolicy/research.html
McIntosh, E. (n.d.). Technology's impact on learning: Pecha Kucha - Ewan McIntosh | Digital Media
& Learning. Ewan McIntosh | Digital Media & Learning. Retrieved July 19, 2011, from
http://edu.blogs.com/edublogs/2010/09/technologys-impact-on-learning-pecha-kucha.html
O'Hara, S., & Pritchard, R. (n.d.). What is the Impact of Technology on Learning? | Education.com.
Education.com | An Education & Child Development Site for Parents | Parenting &
Educational Resource. Retrieved July 17, 2011, from
http://www.education.com/reference/article/what-impact-technology-learning/
BIBLIOGRAPHY CONTINUED… Penn Engineering - ENIAC Museum. (n.d.). Penn Engineering - Welcome to the School of
Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS). Retrieved July 19, 2011, from
http://www.seas.upenn.edu/about-seas/eniac/operation.php
TECHNOLOGY: ITS EFFECTS ON CHILDREN. (2010, May 26). ESMAR. Retrieved
July 20, 2011, from http://esmar-ufg.blogspot.com/2010/05/technology-its-effects-
on-children.html
Technology: A Catalyst for Teaching and Learning in the Classroom. (n.d.). North Central
Regional Educational Laboratory. Retrieved July 17, 2011, from
www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/methods/technlgy/te600.htm
The Pluto Files | NOVA | PBS Video. (2010, March 2). Home | PBS Video. Retrieved July
19, 2011, from http://video.pbs.org/video/1425502261/
BIBLIOGRAPHY CONTINUED… U.S. Falls In World Education Rankings, Rated 'Average'. (2010, December 7). Huffpost
Education. Retrieved July 20, 2011, from
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/07/us-falls-in-world-education-
rankings_n_793185.html
Thank You!!!
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