Using Technology to Facilitate K-12 Instruction
Our students must be technologically savvy, and it is our
job as 21st Century teachers to provide them every opportunity to be successful in a technologically
advanced world.
Benefits of Using Technology in the Classroom
Technology improves student performance when the
application directly supports the curriculum objectives being
assessed.
Higher achievement
Engages students
“Technology in the classroom helps students engage in the lessons fully and be more ready to learn.”
Fewer discipline problems
“Must Have” When Integrating Technology
Professional Development
Professional developments on how to incorporate and use technology to drive instruction is key.
Examples Beyond Computers
References(2010). Using Technology to Facilitate K-12 Instruction - SlideShare. Retrieved September 5, 2013, from http://www.slideshare.net/teachercgarcia/using-technology-to-facilitate-k12-instruction
Smith, G. E., & Throne, S. (2007). Differentiating instruction with technology in K-5 classrooms. International Society for Technology in Education.
Bahena, E. (2012). Using technology to facilitate k-12 instruction. Retrieved from http://technologyink-12.blogspot.com/2012/07/technology-in-k-12-classrooms-is-useful.html
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