Is Classroom Technology a Key Element for Learning? - Classroom 2.02024-03-29T00:32:05Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/is-classroom-technology-a-key-element-for-learning?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A829098&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI think distraction is defini…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-04-18:649749:Comment:8295782012-04-18T15:01:50.315ZStacey Bellhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/StaceyBell
I think distraction is definitely an issue when using technology in the classroom. The key is to make the technology use meaningful and interesting. If the student feels that technology is only being used as a means to entertain, it will cause an distraction issue. If the student is being engaged and learning technology skills while learning the curriculum it is much more effective.
I think distraction is definitely an issue when using technology in the classroom. The key is to make the technology use meaningful and interesting. If the student feels that technology is only being used as a means to entertain, it will cause an distraction issue. If the student is being engaged and learning technology skills while learning the curriculum it is much more effective. I think you have described an…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-04-17:649749:Comment:8290982012-04-17T18:29:48.200ZNancy Smithhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/0ookwy5ygmaep
<p>I think you have described an important element--technology has to be integrated properly. If not, students will become distracted by the technology use. In addition, students have to know how the technology 'fits' the lesson and how to successfully use the technology. Is technology absolutely necessary? No, however, if the technology facilitates a deeper understanding that can be communicated no other way, then it can be a vital part of teaching. For me, technology is a tool...it has…</p>
<p>I think you have described an important element--technology has to be integrated properly. If not, students will become distracted by the technology use. In addition, students have to know how the technology 'fits' the lesson and how to successfully use the technology. Is technology absolutely necessary? No, however, if the technology facilitates a deeper understanding that can be communicated no other way, then it can be a vital part of teaching. For me, technology is a tool...it has to be utilized properly, otherwise it makes our job as teachers harder.</p>