Ed633 2003 Version Jason Brandt

CONSIDERATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOMBy Jason Brandt

CONSIDERATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM

Increased Student Participation

Helpful to Low Socio-Economic Children

Increases Achievement

Critical Thinking Opportunities

THINGS HAVE CHANGED A LITTLE -

Then… …and Now

Technology in the Classroom Increase Participation

Helps Low Socio-Economic Children

Increase Achievement

Critical Thinking Opportunities

TAKE A SEAT

INCREASE PARTICIPATION

Smartboards

Virtual Classrooms

SOMETHING’S MISSING

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW SOCIO-ECONOMIC STUDENTS

Passivity Replaced by Activity

Achievement and Attendance

Disparities Reduced

IS THIS LOW MOTIVATION?

INCREASED ACHIEVEMENT

Computer Programs Engage and Interest Students

“At Risk” Students Demonstrate Higher Achievement

CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

• Technology with Authentic Instruction Promotes Higher Thinking Skills

•Laptops Used for Research

“Once a new technology rolls over you, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’re part of the road.” –Stewart Brand