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Consideration for Tech in the classroomTRANSCRIPT
CONSIDERATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOMBy Jason Brandt
CONSIDERATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
Increased Student Participation
Helpful to Low Socio-Economic Children
Increases Achievement
Critical Thinking Opportunities
THINGS HAVE CHANGED A LITTLE -
Then… …and Now
Technology in the Classroom Increase Participation
Helps Low Socio-Economic Children
Increase Achievement
Critical Thinking Opportunities
TAKE A SEAT
INCREASE PARTICIPATION
Smartboards
Virtual Classrooms
SOMETHING’S MISSING
OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW SOCIO-ECONOMIC STUDENTS
Passivity Replaced by Activity
Achievement and Attendance
Disparities Reduced
IS THIS LOW MOTIVATION?
INCREASED ACHIEVEMENT
Computer Programs Engage and Interest Students
“At Risk” Students Demonstrate Higher Achievement
CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
• Technology with Authentic Instruction Promotes Higher Thinking Skills
•Laptops Used for Research
“Once a new technology rolls over you, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’re part of the road.” –Stewart Brand