General
8 Ways Technology is Improving Education
Topic outline
Topic 1
Simulations-
Simulation is the imitation of some real thing, state of affairs, or process. The act of simulating something generally entails representing certain key characteristics or behaviors of a selected physical or abstract system.Topic 2
Manipulatives-
Objects used or handled by children to understand a concept
Topic 3
Graphic Organizers-
Graphic organizers are visual representations of knowledge, concepts or ideas. They are known to help: * relieve learner boredom * enhances recall * provide motivation * create interest * clarify information * assist in organizing thoughts * promote understanding
Topic 4
Publishing-
Publishing is the process of production and dissemination of literature or information - the activity of making information available for public view
Topic 5
Access to Information-
Students and staff have access to information that can be used in the classroom and in activities. These were not as easily available prior to the internet.
Topic 8
Productivity -
This is the most obvious one. We use word processors, spreadsheets, presentations, Grade books etc.. to help us and students do their work
- organizing and brainstorming - see graphic organizers
- Productivity Software - Office, Open Office, Google Docs etc