Current Rate of Internet Growth in Public Schools Note: Data taken from National Center for Educational Statistics

In the last decade $5 billion has been invested to bring computers into schools However only 17% is being used to educate teachers

Where Will Technology in Education Be in 25 years? What the experts have to say

Laptop Technology is becoming more prominent Wireless technology is also instrumental Technology For Teachers to Consider

Currently Laptops are prominent in Universities Laptops could be as useful in K-12 classrooms The transition is conceivable Portability is the main focus Laptops in Classrooms

Wireless Technology is Advancing Rapidly Wireless is convenient Wireless is space saving Wireless will become more affordable Wireless in the classroom

Future classrooms might look like this Students issued a laptop or “tablet PC” Wireless replace power and network connections

Corporations are Donating to Education’s Cause Microsoft Microsoft teamed with Intel to Train Teachers

Intel donated 1.3 to Education in 2000 Intel

HewlettPackardgrants thousands each year Hewlett Packard

Teachers must take advantage Attend any computer training available Write grants when asked Support colleagues weaker in technology skills

Teachers must accept Technology is dynamic Educators must change with the times Equipment will likely change every 5 years

Conclusions: Many technologies are on the horizon Every public school will be different Differences will depend on the technology endorsed Educators need to constantly learn new technology Educators changing with the times remain employed Knowledgeable educators produce employable students