Cell Phones and Tablets
in The Classroom
by: Tiffany Gildea
Text books, worksheets, as well as, other materials, have been used since schools appeared in the mid 1800’s. The use of these materials has not increasing changed for students but the world around them has changed drastically. Students in today’s schools are growing up in the digital age where computers and technology have not only become a luxury but a necessary skill.
Many schools all over the nation and the words are starting to make the movement to new technology and new ways to deliver information to students and increase their interests. Weather the intended goal to raise test scores or increase a child’s interest, multimedia material can support learners as all levels.Two of the most popular devices being used in the classroom are cell phones and tablets.
CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY 11