Technology Benefits and Effects in the Classroom

Technological advancements seem to have penetrated in every industry from healthcare to finance, entertainment and education; here no longer seems to be an exception. Even public schools have started offering one computer for every five students.

In fact, it may surprise you to know that around $3 billion dollars is being spent on generating high-quality digital content every year. Not to mention, keeping up with what's changing has become any and every buzzing industry's motto and education doesn't lag behind at all. That's why now it is pretty much known as the ed-tech industry. Though in one way or the other, the education system still feels the same but trust me slowly and steadily it is changing.

Now I am sure you must be very much well-versed in the typical scenario of a classroom where a teacher used to lecture from a podium and students were compelled to sit and listen in silence. Well, some of them might yawn, some students bother opening books, and some might even be found talking to their neighbors, basically a boring look and feel.

Technology in the Education Industry

Well, I am sure you must be well-acquainted with the fact that the benefits offered by technology across society and several industries are many but let's try and be specific with the education industry here.

#1 Immersive Learning - One of the obvious benefits of considering education technology in the education industry is immersive learning. I am sure everyone reading the post will agree with me when I say that classrooms are simply about leading via chalk and textbooks. Students tend to look forward to a more and more immersive experience and of course, their questions would never come to an end. By incorporating technology in the education industry can work extreme wonders. Let's say here it is possible to develop augmented reality-based tutorials which have the potential to virtually transfer students to the moon and explore it thoroughly. This surely leads to effortless learning.

#2 Personalized Experience - Another astounding reason or benefit for considering technology in the education industry is that here you are bound to receive a personalized experience and this aspect is not just for the students but teachers as well. Yes, several surveys have revealed that not just students but even teachers prefer the use of technology in the classroom. And of course, this surely has a positive impact on the entire classroom.

#3 Better Engagement - The next benefit offered by the use of technology is the increase and overall enhancement in engagement. With the help of technology, better engagement can be expected from both students as well as teachers, especially in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subjects.

In addition, it becomes fun and amazing when complicated topics are showcased via videos, gifs, slides and so more. Also, it becomes way easier in comparison to the old traditional modes of teaching. In fact, more and more educators are found using humor in videos which eventually makes them more engaging and interactive.

Honestly, I can simply go on and on when it comes to pointing out benefits offered by incorporating technology in different education institutions such as learners or students can gain relevant information or course materials from anywhere, educators can track progress and offer personalized experiences to each student here and a lot more. And now comes the big question, how to make the best use of technology within the classroom environment.

How to make the best use of Technology Within the Classroom Environment?

#1 Virtual textbooks One of the amazing aspects of incorporating technology within the classroom environment is that both educators as well as students can make the most of virtual textbooks. As the name implies, here books are referred to in a virtual manner and that too from anywhere, easily accessible to all. Also, this somehow turns out to be a more alluring, engaging and easily accessible way, especially in comparison to the traditional methods. The only concern here is that each student must be thoroughly checked for important digital resources. I mean is it possible for them to access virtual textbooks from their homes or not?

#2 The Right Use of Social Media Gone are the days when social media was simply considered as a mere platform to chat or get connected with people across the globe. Now social media seems to have been incorporated among several industries and education is no exception here. Social media can be used in a plethora of different ways such as creating a Facebook page where students can clear their doubts whenever they feel like it, a Twitter page to update what's going on in the class, and even thinking of opening an Instagram account where you can post all the informative lessons and photos.

The ultimate objective of incorporating social media platforms is to allow students to communicate freely without any barriers or restrictions. In fact, you can think of creating a community featuring all the current students, alumni, and teachers, who are all set to assist you whenever in need.

#3 Powerpoints and Games Another interesting way to use technology in the classroom is by incorporating PowerPoint presentations and games. Also, this gives an amazing opportunity for seamless engagement. Try to incorporate more and more graphics, bulleted information, and links to different videos, and educational apps, enroll in different mind-boggling games, make sure there is world-class participation, post homework assignments online and so on.

And we are done here!

So this is it for now! What are you waiting for? Time to incorporate technology within the education system and make it the most interesting journey for your beloved students across the globe.


Guest Blogger:

Jenison Anderson is a tech enthusiast and tech consultant. He used to share his expertise in written form by publishing blogs on various topics.