This shift in education is predicted to make learning more about the application of knowledge then memorization. Students will be able to learn in a way that works best for them, but will be expected to show a demonstration of what they learn in a new way as well. This means that a student may be able to test at the beginning of the year to see what they already know and then can focus on those areas in which they need improvement. Also, projects and presentations will be student based and will also involve extensive peer review. Overall, technology is continuing to influence and change the education system in a way that will eventually rework learning as we know it.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
The Future of Education and Technology (required)
I read an article on the influence of technology in the classroom now as well as the potential influence that it has for future classrooms. Much of the information found was from universities such as NYU and the relationship between students, professors, and technology. The article stated that already, technology is a key element in the classroom. However, the use of technology is expected to expand even more, especially in the areas of video games, networking sites and other web 2.o tools. Though these may seem to be odd additions to the classroom. Studies have shown that these items originally "intended for evil" can be turned into "good" tools. These are especially useful for the students that are struggling with the pace of the class. Also, networking tools make it easy for students to connect with one another and with their professors.
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I found also, that a lot of the articles about the future of technology were most talked about at the university level. It is funny, that as technology has developed, originally people were fearful of it and thought of it as a distraction. But now it seems to all be welcome and useful.
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