Wednesday, May 18, 2011

8 Ways Technology Is Improving Education

Technology is helping teachers to expand beyond linear, text-based learning and to engage students who learn best in other ways. Its role in schools has evolved from a contained “computer class” into a versatile learning tool that could change how we demonstrate concepts, assign projects and assess progress.


1.            Better Simulations and Models

Improved simulation and models can assist teachers in demonstrating difficult concepts and specifically help students that are visual learners

2. Global Learning (video)
        
Global learning exposes students to other cultures and puts them in touch with other people around the world.


  3. Virtual Manipulative
 Virtual manipulative allow students to experiment with unfamiliar concepts and ideas.

4. Probes and Sensors
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Probes and sensors allow students to collect data, compute statistics, and analyze results quickly and efficiently.


5. More Efficient Assessment
A more efficient assessment of student progress can be made and monitored with new forms of technology.

  6. Storytelling and Multimedia (video)
Storytelling and multimedia encourage teamwork and excites students.


7. E-books
E-Books create a level of ease, convenience and visualization that isn't available with standard print textbooks.

8. Epistemic Games
Epistemic games put students in real-world situations and train them to use innovative thinking.




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  1. Its role in schools has evolved from a contained “computer class” into a versatile learning tool that could change how we demonstrate concepts, assign projects and assess progress. educational technology

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