1. By: Kori Prokop, Jen O’Connor & Matt Evans http://www.youtube.com/wa tch?v=EP_yGEH6zaY

2.  Within the past 5 years the use of technology has increased in the classroom.  Specialty software is very common in teaching many courses.  Online textbooks, homework and tests are now very popular within the classroom.

3.  Online Textbooks, homework, and activities  Includes all students in activities  Students working together as a group  Make lesson plans exciting and fun  It has enriched teaching  Can help teach children with disabilities

4. PROS… - Textbooks cost thousands of dollars - Multiply that by 50+ different classes and 30 kids per class - Technology can save money CONS … - More prone to damage and repair costs

5.  Students may not pay attention in class  Younger children may not understand how to use the technology  If students are given online homework, they may not have the right technology at home to complete it.  The school may not receive funding to buy new technology

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