Technology in the High School Classroom

Debra Kelly

There is a lot of technology available, why not use it?

Lap top/iPad Desk Top PC SMART Boards Wiki

Some Examples of Technology

PC’s & Cell phones: Good examples of Classroom Technology

http://naec.co.uk/technology_in_the_classroom/

Students are familiar with the technology Students tend to have higher grades with

the use of technology Students have a sense of ownership Students are more creative Students enjoy school more when using

technology

Advantages of Technology in the Classroom

School districts cannot afford to provide technology

Teachers are not willing to use new technology in the classroom

Teachers are unwilling to learn new technology

Equipment is abused or not used to its full potential

Disadvantages

“We must leverage technology to provide engaging, powerful learning experiencesfor all students, giving them authentic tools to solve real-world problems andopportunities to become better prepared for our globally competitive workforce.”– Karen Cator, Director of the Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department ofEducation

The Government Agrees

“We recognize that student attendance and graduation are increasingly importantissues facing public schools. We are looking to target specific schools as we haveseen the TechCrew program have a positive impact in these areas.”–Victor Herrera, Director of Technology, Theodore Roosevelt High School, Chicago

Many Schools are realizing the Importance of Technology in the Classroom

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beyondmontessori.wordpress.com/2011/11/26/the-debate-over-technology-in-the-classroom/

http://www.thestar.com/life/technology/2012/10/30/technology_for_teachers_the_digital_classroom_has_arrived.html

Http://www.mouse.org/sites/default/files/MOUSE%20Quotes%20April%202011.pdf

http://www.mouse.org/sites/default/files/MOUSE%20Quotes%20April%202011.pdf

http://www.pbs.org/about/news/archive/2012/teacher-survey-fetc/ http://www.pbs.org/about/news/archive/2012/teacher-survey-fetc/

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