Pros and Cons of Technology in the Classroom By: Dana Pentenburg, DeVon Sanders, Justin Wicker
Technology means the branch of knowledge that deals with the creation and use of technical means and their interrelation with life, society, and the environment, drawing upon such subjects as industrial arts, engineering, applied science, and pure science. Definition of Technology
Technology usage in Grades k-12 Started Technology 1700s.
Pros of Technology/ Computers Special needs would benefit: time Grants can be earned Teachers Interaction Computers and teachers advantage Computers and teachers lecturing Computers -collaborate -discover -think
Pros Cont. Multiple students can work Easy to use Using it whole life Pay attention Multimedia Expertise with tech. inspiring
Cons of Technology/ Computers Technology: Expensive, time consuming 2-3 years new computers Inner city schools couldn’t afford. Distraction to students. Spell check: easy Easier to cheat, plagiarize Critical thinking
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Different Types of Technology Projector SMART board Teaching Software (MathBlasters) Ipads Student Response Clickers
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