COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION ENGL-101 Liberty University September 9, 2013 The debate of rather a computer is an empowering tool to those who embark upon it still exist today. A computer in the hands of a hard-working student is an important and empowering tool that, if utilized to the fullest potential, can be capable of encouraging that student to become a success in his or her studies. In today’s society, technology has become an integral part of education. It allows students and teachers access to information, show students real world, help with research projects, and prepares for jobs. I believe that with the many technological advances that have been made throughout history computers have made life easier.
And it seems that the computer literacy is very important which particularly effect contemporary young people’s mental development. This essay will explore how to properly operate a computer, and what pros and cons they will bring. Contemporary computers are multimedia machines with sophisticated audio capabilities to accompany the video displays (Jewitt 2006cited in Jack J. Hourcade•Howard P. Parette Jr. •Nichole Boeckmann • Craig Blum 2010 p485). It is true that variety of audio outputs are widely used in schools and colleges that they have become an essential feature of modern education. (Bitter and Pierson 2005 cited in Jack, Howard., Jr, Boeckmann, & Blum, 2010).
By designing activities based around computers and technology, Information Technology learners will feel more comfortable and confident completing tasks. An example of this could be setting an activity for the class to play a maths related online computer game and then to write an evaluation using a word processing package. The learners will be give a printed brief of their task showing the website address to access the game and the criteria to consider when writing their evaluation. Function skills are embedded in this session as the learner would have to be able to: • Listen and interpret the instructions of the task. • Read the website address to access the maths game.
With advancements in technology, some students have chosen to complete their schoolwork through the Internet, rather than in traditional classrooms. Those who support a traditional classroom approach to learning argue that it provides more of an opportunity for students to interact with the teacher and other students. Those who feel that learning over the Internet is better argue that it allows students to learn anytime and anywhere they choose. Do you feel education is better provided in traditional classrooms or when offered over the Internet? Write an essay to be read by a classroom teacher in which you persuade the reader that either traditional classroom education or Internet-based learning is better.With advancements in technology, some students have chosen to complete their schoolwork through the Internet, rather than in traditional classrooms.
Psychologically, understandings of cognitive development are mostly based on Piaget and Vygotky’s theories. The Use of computer is beneficial to a child’s cognitive development in both Piaget and Vygotsky’s’ sense. Piaget argues that children are innately, gifted learners, they are active constructers of their own knowledge through interaction with the environment. Access to computer allows children the opportunity to explore, to engage actively with the environment, thus enables them to have control over their own learning (Mccarrick & Li, 2007, 82-3). One study result showed that children age 3-5 who have access to computer at home scored significantly better in readiness skill test than those don’t have computer at home.
For example, you can debate with each other about USA`s economic and what are some things the society can do to fix it. Communicating with your friends erase the timorous thoughts of expressing your ideas and point of views. In the realm of education, there is a variety of ways people can learn. Many people view learning as a painful hardship; however, watching T.V, surfing on internet, and communication with your friends can ease the pain. These resources can change your perspectives, and it can make learning very enjoyable and
Internet helped William to enjoy studying and to focus. The program Quizlet stimulated all four objectives in learning language writing, reading, speaking and listening, which helped him transfer the material from his short term memory to his long term memory faster. As the data shows, his grades have improved. I also see the possibility of using assistive technology with students who don’t have disabilities to improve their performance. If I can gather more data and experiences, I can present results to the school that can impact school improvement, faculty development and student learning.
Assignment #3a – Keyword – Deb Noren Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning Computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) is a pedagogical approach wherein learning takes place via social interaction using a computer or through the internet. This kind of learning is characterized by the sharing and construction of knowledge among participants using technology as their primary means of communication or as a common resource. (Wikipedia) I believe CSCL empowers students to take charge of their learning. They transition from ‘What can the teacher do for me?’ to ‘What can I do for myself?’. When working with others, the strength in numbers instills confidence, heightens cognitive ability and results in a higher level of learning.
Classrooms today may have a “less structured” environment, which is in line with individualistic thinking, but I believe this often allows for greater behavior management issues. The power of the Internet has given kids a voice to be heard by anyone who wants to join a chat room or log onto a blog. Jean Twenge quotes author of In Growing Up Digital, Don Tapscott, stating, “Because they have the tools to question, challenge, and disagree, these kids are becoming a generation of critical thinkers.” (Twenge 37) The new wave of technology has made it easier to be heard. Children are more tuned in with the world, hence children of Generation Me seem to have the “know it all attitude” towards their studies and their educators. While this has created an emphasis on critical thinking, it has also made it more difficult to control a classroom environment where many different voices vie to be heard and expect to challenge their learning.
This is fun for the students to do, and they can post short stories, poems, class homework, and many personally created activities. The internet can also give teachers a chance to post websites that will give students their grades, homework, study guides, and necessary information for the particular class. Smart boards are also very useful tools which give the teacher multiple ways to share their information. They are great for demonstrations, can accommodate different learning styles, and gives internet uses if computers are limited. Although the expand of technology in the past couple years is very beneficial and time saving, there are also some concerns I have about the growth.