Technology in the Classroom

I believe that it is very important to incorporate technology into the classroom. Children of all ages can benefit from the use of technology in the classroom, whether used to assist in the teaching of a lesson, or used by the actual student to participate in the lesson. Students with disabilities can especially benefit from the use of technology in the classroom because they can accommodate various needs. For example, google forms (part of google docs) can be used to take tests. Students who need more time or have to take tests at home can use this tool to go at their own speed. Also, students are able to look up vocabulary words that a teacher might not explain during class and not interrupt class time. Also, the teachers use of a Smartboard, Elmo or use of PowerPoint can be beneficial and used for efficiency and up-to-date teaching with games and pictures. Instead of using an overhead projector, where everything shows at once, teachers can use technology so that with the click of a button, a new question, statement or message will appear. This is great for asking probing questions in a class, facilitating a discussion based activity or taking an oral test (with visual clues). Technology in the classroom can really enhance a student's learning. It can also encourage them to want to learn, rather than just going through the motions in the classroom!