Educational technology can be defined as the implementation and practice of technology in the classroom for educational purposes. Educational technology can be directed at student use of technology as well as an instructor's implementation of it. As technology changes, the definition of educational technology adapts and changes as well.
How is technology affecting the learning process?
From all the various reading I have done about technology in the classroom, there is a constant consensus based on various studies that points to increased student achievement, participation, and proficiency test scores. Technology also has a positive impact on collaboration, allowing students to extend cooperative learning outside of the classroom. Technology can provide feedback that otherwise could take days to receive or may not even be possible. Providing that feedback opens up time for teachers to have more time to work with students as well.
References
CARET Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology. (2005). Retrieved April 21, 2009, from http://caret.iste.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=questions&topicID=1
Deubel, P. (Sept, 2010). Technology integration: Essential questions. Retrieved September 3, 2010, from Computing Technology for Math Excellence Web site: http://www.ct4me.net/technology_integr.htm
Stratham, D. S., & Torell, C. R. (1996). Computers in the classroom: The impact of technology on student learning. Boise, ID: Army Research Institute.
Technology Integration
You presentation is good. Kacie. It is simple, to the point, and has some valid (and referenced) arguments for technology integration.
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