7   WAYS                       TECHNOLOGY IS         IMPACTING MODERN EDUCATION
                        7   WAYS           
            
TECHNOLOGY IS  
       IMPACTING 
MODERN 
EDUCATION
Idea
Technology in the classroom can be so much 
more and so much better than the stereotypical 
cell phone going off in the middle of class. 
Technology can actually be a major tool, both in 
terms of pedagogical resources and in terms of 
connecting with the younger generations. But 
how does this work?
➔ The top seven important 
concepts to understand when 
examining the use of 
technology for educational or 
instructional purposes include:
Active engagement with the learning 
materials. 
Tecchnology is interactive, and sudents learn by doing, researching, 
and receiving feedback. This helps students become passionate about 
what they are learning. For example ,they may study geography using 
interactive software such as Google Earth, instead of looking at a 
picture.
Use of real-
world issues.
This model encourages the use of real-world problems 
in the classroom. By using the Internet, students can 
research real issues happening at that moment that are 
related to the classroom curriculum. This helps 
students understand that the lesson being taught refers 
to real problems and real people.
Simulation and 
modeling
Simulation software helps to bring to the classroom real 
activities that would be impossible to see without 
technology. By using specific simulation tools, students 
can see planetary movements, how a tornado 
develops, or how dinosaurs lived. Modeling software 
offers similar features. Instead of the static models 
used in previous decades, these tools allow students to 
see the dynamic characteristics of models.
Discussion and 
debate boards 
and forums.
By using the Internet or software tools, students can 
create online groups, Web pages, and virtual 
communities that connect them in real time with 
students and teachers anywhere around the world. 
They can receive feedback from their teachers and 
share questions and concerns about their lessons. By 
listening to and reading about others’ opinions and 
feedback,
Working 
groups.
Technology-focused education doesn’t involve a class 
of students learning by themselves, staring at a book. 
Working groups foster group activities, discussions, 
and debates, and they encourage the establishment of 
democratic group dynamics.
Coaching.
Teachers play more of a coaching role these days. 
They aren’t just instructors who deliver a lesson. 
Rather, they support and guide student activities as 
coaches do. They provide feedback and coaching to 
the class so that students receive the appropriate 
information and academic training. 
Formative 
assessment.
Teachers ensure that students are learning not only the 
concepts, but also how to use the technology 
resources they have. Technology-focused activities 
mostly require critical-thinking and problem-solving 
skills.
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