Educational Technology: Effectiveness of Computers in Education Computers are increasingly being incorporated into school curriculums. Teachers present processes and concepts using programs such as Powerpoint, and students can utilize visual models and word processor to enhance their learning experience. Are Computers Effective at instructing students to retain information better? The Pros and Cons of Education Technology: A short on the promises and pitfalls of educational technology Pros of Educational Technology The most important aspect of computers in education is that they provide drill and practice for the student. Computers are rarely being used to provide basic instruction to students but rather to provide enrichment in subjects originally taught by human instructors. Cons of Educational Technology Computers in the classroom also come with pitfalls. Conclusions From my investigations, I would conclude that the pros of educational technology outweigh the cons. References Aviram, A. (2000). Goldman, S., Cole, K., & Syer, C. (1999).
Pros and Cons of Technology Technology at work is both a blessing and a curse - so to speak. Technology has improved performance at work with faster communication via email, video conferencing, the telephone etc. As a teacher, I can post grades that are available immediately for parents to view, track student performance on State testing and look up ideas for lesson plans using technology. The flip side of this issue are people who abuse their access to the technology on their job, such as constant instant messaging, emailing friends, and then the individuals who view inappropriate information on the web. Transactions for trillions of dollars can be made with the stroke of a key using technology. Employees sometimes have no privacy, for example, when we provide information about ourselves on the web then it's public knowledge. Again, the flip side is that I can access information about situations and people at any time.
Pros and Cons of Using Web Based Technologies for Teaching Web based technologies have become so popular socially that as of December 2009 42% of American's owned a smart phone. It has also become rare to find a public or private school that does not utilize the web in some way each day, administratively or educationally. Just because it is popular, however, is not a sound reason to adopt web based technologies for teaching; it is useful to consider both the pros and cons before adopting a web based technology for use in classroom teaching. Educational Benefits of Web Based Technologies There are several features inherent to the web that make it ideal for teaching concepts in the classroom. Another benefit schools experience from the use of web based technologies is cost based. Negatives for Using Web Technologies for Teaching Purposes Since web technologies are dependent upon operational computers, one major con for using web technologies in the classroom is the dependence on technology. Reference: Rowland, S. Related Articles:
Pros and Cons Technology in the Classroom Pros: Schools can secure grants to help pay for for technology in the classroom. Cons: Technology in general is expensive. Schools with minimal technology resources can spend hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Classroom technology, especially laptops for individual student use, must be replaced every two to three years. Tech staff is required for a school with technology in the classroom.
Researcher Studies Effects of Technology in Schools SPRINGFIELD - A researcher at Missouri State University is launching a new study aimed at helping schools understand the pros and cons of technology in the classroom. That includes the range of laptops, tablets and phones that students use these days. Technology programs are popping up in public schools across Missouri and the rest of the country. Some schools purchase devices for each student while others offer a program called "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD), which allows students to bring their own devices to school. Columbia Public Schools are starting to integrate iPads into schools as well as allowing students to bring some of their own devices into the classroom. This new trend has schools searching for better budgeting plans to bring computers or iPads to students. "We've known for quite some time that technology is nothing more than the teaching tool of our time and we need to use technology to help motivate and educate children that we serve," he said.
Pros of Technology Most teachers that do not work with computers generally tend to ignore the use of computers as an educational tool. However, none of these reasons are legitimate reasons to stop the integration of computers into schools. The computer should be thought of as a teaching tool rather than a technological threat. There are still many faults or unsolvable problems that surround computers in the classroom. 1. The biggest advantage of this integration is that the students like it and they feel motivated using it. The next reason why computers should be used in teaching writing and reading is that the computer as instructor has several useful qualities.
Pros and Cons of BYOD and School Supplied Mobile Devices Mobile Computing | Feature Pros and Cons of BYOD and School Supplied Mobile Devices Educational technology experts discuss the pros and cons of BYOD vs. school-supplied mobile devices on college campuses. By Bridget McCrea11/14/12 With educational budgets ever tighter, and with a large percentage of students already toting their own smart phones, tablets, and laptops, more institutions are considering the bring-your-own-device, or "BYOD," approach to mobile classroom technology. But there are pros and cons to both BYOD and school-supplied strategies. Two educational technology experts and one CIO have outlined the key pros and cons of each strategy to help IT administrators select the best plan for their own schools. Bring Your Own Device Pros: Many Students Already Own Devices "More and more students are coming to class fully enabled with their own devices," said Shaya Fidel, a researcher focused on IT trends in the classroom at Stanford University.
Spotlight on Technology in the Classroom New educational uses of cellphones are challenging the bans many districts have adopted to prevent students from using the wireless devices on campus. January 6, 2009 - Education Week Experts say digital games can help students grasp difficult concepts, but warn against seeing them as 'silver bullet' solutions. April 6, 2009 - Education Week Electronic visits grow as schools cut back on off-campus excursions to save money during tough economic times. February 10, 2009 - Education Week As the world of online education continues to evolve, brick-and-mortar schools are incorporating digital curricula and virtual teachers into their classrooms in ways that have surprised even the advocates of the online education movement. March 20, 2009 - Education Week Teachers looking for lesson plans, worksheets, videos, and multimedia activities for their daily classes can find plenty of materials on the Internet. September 5, 2008 - Education Week January 16, 2009 - Digital Directions