integrating technology into the classroom
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Top Ten Reasons to Integrate Technology into the Classroom
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Reason #1
Students love it!!!
Reason #2
It engages the four key components of learning:
Active EngagementParticipation in Groups
Frequent Interaction and FeedbackConnection to Real World Experts
Reason #3
Professional Development
Using new technologies allow students to learn another skill set that will help them in the
marketplace.
Reason #4
Makes Life Easier for Teachers
Teachers have to juggle a variety of tasks outside of teaching including planning
lessons, grading, meeting with parents, and some administrative work.
Reason #5
Improves Test Scores
Improved test scores comes from reaching different learning styles through the use of technology. The use of electronic drilling in
education can help students learn quickly and provide incentives like games for them to
keep progressing.
Reason #6
It Helps Students with Low Attention Spans
Students with ADD or ADHD can be aided through the use of technology by mixing up the learning process with different methods
and through providing them engaging activities to keep their interest.
Reason #7
Learn From the Experts
With the an increasing amount of free resources available on the internet, you can engage your students with content from the smartest and best teachers in the world.
Reason #8
Encourages Completing Homework
Students who want to go home and unwind after school are not usually eager to put their head in a book but would rather spend time
on the internet playing games or Facebooking. Why not engage students
through the internet and games? Seeing an interesting tweet or Facebook post. could encourage them to continue learning even
when their homework is done.
Reason #9
Save Money
Although using new technology normally has an initial investment, it will save schools by
multiplying the number of teachers in a classroom.
Reason #10
Remove Obstacles
Do you have students who have trouble hearing? Using a classroom amplifier system can allow teachers to amplify their voices and speak at a comfortable level so students are
able to hear teachers without strain.