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New Technology In the Classroom

New Technology In the Classroom. By: Kristina Runde Jennifer Bernstein Jessica Ybarra Kelsey Thorne. LRC 320 January 30, 2009. Technology and Education. Benefits of Technology

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New Technology In the Classroom

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  1. New Technology In the Classroom By: Kristina Runde Jennifer Bernstein Jessica Ybarra Kelsey Thorne LRC 320 January 30, 2009

  2. Technology and Education Benefits of Technology • Lessons are more interesting and appealing (as opposed to writing with chalk on a chalkboard) – It can make students want to pay attention! • Finding information is faster (opening Internet Explorer as opposed to going to library and searching for a book) – It can save you time! • A chance to be creative (as opposed to using the blackboard everyday for lessons) – It can be fun! • Presenting information is easier (as opposed to writing lecture notes out on paper) – It can save you energy! • Saving information is convenient (as opposed to keeping folders and notebooks on your desk in your house and classroom) – It can save you space! Technology has changed education. Classrooms are now technology savvy. Schools and teachers continue to upgrade their materials and resources, benefiting everyone – teachers, students, and parents. Technology brings different ways to present educational information to students – creating a fun and interesting learning environment. Several different technologies help all types of learners (Visual, Auditory, etc.) Kids love technology!

  3. Web Pages • Description: An internet resource that many people use to get in contact with others, post information, or research information • Use: Provide contact information, Post news and classroom information, Have resources and classroom material available, Research topics, Social interactions • Cost: Free! Websites are free to make, maintain and use (they are usually funded by the school) • Benefits: Accessible, Informative, Easy to maintain, Easy to use, Personable, Creative • Found: Classrooms, Businesses, Homes, Everywhere! • Example: U of A’s D2L site is a web page that many professors use • Click here to learn more about how to make your own web page!

  4. PowerPoint • Description: A computer program that creates visual presentations to share information or pictures • Use: Talking points, Images, Presentations, Sounds, Hyperlinks, Tables/Graphs • Cost: Starting at $150 (Microsoft Office 2007) • Found: Classroom Instruction, Business Presentation, Family Function, Personal Interest • Benefits: Creative, Guiding, Visual, Appealing, Easy, Personable • Example: View this pre-made PowerPoint on African Animals. • Click here to learn more about PowerPoint www.office.microsoft.com

  5. Smart Board • Description: An interactive white board designed in 1991 that combines the power of a traditional whiteboard and computer • Use: Display Images, Words, Files and Notes in digital ink • Cost: $2000-$5000 (Available to purchase online) • Found: Businesses and Classrooms • Benefits: Touch sensitive, Easy, Clear display, Simple training, Hooks up to computer, Ability to save notes, Guiding • Learn more about Smart Boards by clicking here www.smarttech.com

  6. Podcasting • Description: A method of making audio or video content available through the Internet that gives the viewer a TV/Radio presentation. • Use: Oral Presentations, Study Guides, Oral Book Reports, Lectures • Cost: About $20 (For the microphone) • Found: Classrooms, Businesses, iTunes • Benefits: Creative, Easy, Increase Classroom Participation • Example: Listen to a podcast created by students at WillowDale Elementary here • Click here to learn more about podcasts http://www.how-to-podcast-tutorial.com/seven-reasons-to-create-your-own-podcast.htm http://userwww.sfsu.edu/~nshelley/

  7. New technology has been created throughout the years • These technologies have changed education. • They have improved the way lessons are presented to students and increased the resources available to students • Many people believe new technology has improved student learning • Technology has made learning fun, interesting, and enjoyable for many students • Technology has made teaching easier and less stressful for teachers • Web Pages, PowerPoints, Smart Boards, and Podcasting are just a few examples of the new technology used in today’s society

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