Modern technology, such as tablets, could play a very important role in enhancing education, as well as helping to bridge the achievement gap. However, to avoid problems of distraction, it needs to be skillfully implemented. This means good organisation, classroom management and, of course, there may be large costs.
Advantages:
Creates a More Engaged Environment
You may think technology is just a distraction, but it can help encourage active participation in your classroom. Using devices like a computer, tablet, or other type of technology in your classroom can help turn traditionally dull subjects into interactive and fun activities.
The use of technology during whole-class instruction can foster student engagement for auditory and visual learners. Integrating simple technologies Power Points, games, internet homework assignments, or online grading systems can be difference makers in students’ growth in the classroom.
Examples of Technology Tools
Desmos.
Sphero Robots.
Sphero littleBits.
Kahoot!
Google Forms and Google Classroom.
Socrative.
Nearpod.
EdPuzzle.
Disadvantages:
Disadvantages of Technology in Education
- Distraction. For students, having technology around might be distracting. …
- Possibility of Cheating. Cheating may be easier due to technology. …
- Loss of Focus. …
- Reliability of Resources. …
- Replacement to Real Teachers. …
- Privacy Concern. …
- Health Issues. …
- Poor Time Management.
5 Cons of Technology in the Classroom
- Excessive screen time. It can often seem that students are constantly in front of a device — cell phones, tablets, computers, and gaming devices are prevalent in their lives. …
- Distractions. …
- Cheating. …
- Less human interaction. …
- Unequal access to technology.
