Ed_Tech

Technology in the Classroom was something I’ve heard about but never experienced it fully other than doing assignments back in high school. I got to understand that technology was just a easy way to solve problems, for example; video games, every minute there is a problem to solve and you as a individual have to analyse the problem then solve it with much ease. 
I think it is safe to say that many teachers have felt the panic of technology-gone-wrong in their classrooms before. When it is working well, technology (tools such as computers, the Internet, or other mobile devices) can support student learning. Although technology can cause confusion when there is a technical problem, it can also support a rich learning environment filled with student engagement and unlimited information.
Things that can be done to improve Technology in the Classroom are;

Use technology as a topic for a writing assignment
For younger students, have them write a “how-to” piece about using technology in the classroom. It’s a natural fit, as young people usually have a higher comfort level with technology than many adults. For older kids, have them research the impact technology has had on a particular time in history or science or include a unit on science fiction and technology in your Language Arts curriculum.
Give multimedia presentations – or have your students give them
Liven up a traditional lecture by using a PowerPoint presentation that incorporates photographs, diagrams, sound effects, music, or video clips. For high school teachers, consider having your students develop presentations as a review tool before semester exams. Their work may be so good that you will want to use it in future classes!

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