Technology permeates almost every aspect of life. It is thus necessary to identify and analyze the effects of including and emphasizing technology in classrooms and schools. The use of technology in classrooms has the potential to both improve learning and also complicate or challenge the conditions in schools. Educators must engage in conversations about how technology impacts the personal, social, academic skills and development of both students and teachers, which potentially transforms the learning environment.
Effects of Technology
Effects: Educational, Personal, & Social skills
Benefits
Educational Skills
Academic Skills
- Academic & Knowledge Based
- Access to resources
- Alters student/teacher dynamics
- Analyze information
- Evaluate resources
- Research and collect information
- Problem solvers
Classroom Skills
- Comprehensive learning (multimedia & resources)
- Differentiated &/or individualized instruction
- Interactive & independent learning
- Higher achievement
- Positive climate
Computer Literacy
- Technological skills
- Skills for future employment
- Publishers & Producers (not just consumers & productivity increases)
- Creative
Personal Development
- Increased self esteem & attitude
- Motivated
- Lifelong learning
Social & Communication skills
- Collaborate
- Social and communication network(s) across space
- Interact with others, peers, experts (diversity)
Negative Effects of Technology
Consequences
Academic Problems
- Teacher use & training
- Altered emphasis of skills
- Plagiarism
- Overreliance
Social & Physical Problems
- Altered sense of space & time
- Altered sense of relationships & people
- Impoverished social skills
- Immediate access
- Instant gratification
- Dependent
- Poor time management
- Passive
- Obesity
Financial Issues
- Consumption
- Resources (limited)
Technology in the Classroom
Technology is a tool that impacts the personal, social, emotional, academic development and does transform learning environments.
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