For Computers in the Classroom Maggie Enoch Section 7
Necessity of Computers Advantages in higher education and careers Need to learn use of computers Colleges require computer competency Workforce moving towards more technology based
Changes in Technology
Capabilities of Computers in the Classroom Laptops/IPods Portable School, Field Trips, at Home use File-Sharing On the Network Give feedback Group/ Individual Projects Learn collaboration Professional Resources Online
Capabilities of Computers in the Classroom Computer Labs Allow for technical assistant Lab Instructors More students access Good for Short-Term projects Time restricted Lessons for Computer Skills Typing, Word Processing, Excel, etc
Benefits to Computers in the Classroom Enhances the Writing Process Research papers New researching tools Multimedia encyclopedias Internet Application software Word Processing Learn typing skills How the program works
Benefits Students Communication Learn by talking Skype Career More Opportunities Accessibility Personal Gain confidence and self- esteem
Benefits to the Students Can Enhance Intellectual and Social abilities Software provides challenges in a fun way Games and Education Get students interested Learn Information Develop Skills Attitudes Ways of thinking
Computer Games in the Classroom Allows Experience and Reflection Active Learning Have Goals Incorporate educational ideas Adapt to the Student Learn at own pace Can Involve Others Social Networks
Aids Teachers Gives an interactive teaching tool Easy lesson planning handouts Advocates participation Interactive devices Promethean ActivExpression 32
Aids Teachers Makes learning more interesting Audio and visual devices Projectors PowerPoint Presentations Videos Speakers Webcams Distant Learning Labs
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