Technology in Children Education find the time to effectively incorporate them into the curriculum plan.
Technology in Children Education find the time to effectively incorporate them into the curriculum plan.
Despite the challenges, incorporating technology into education still has proven benefits, especially when it comes to personalized learning. From math games that adjust the level of difficulty as players progress to electronic books that talk and respond to the tap of a finger, products that personalize the learning experience for students often benefit their understanding. An interactive game is more engaging than a book, so technology often promotes more practice and review in areas requiring memorization, such as spelling, math and geography. This frees up time in the classroom so educators can focus on skills like problem solving, character development and critical thinking.
Technology also makes it easier to spend more overall time on learning.“ After school and weekend time can become effective learning time with the right technology.” Says David Vinca, founder and executive director of eSpark Learning, an education company that focuses on bringing iPads and iPods onto the classroom. Much like how smart phones extend the workday by allowing professionals to send emails anytime, educational technology extends the school day for kids who will happily play multiplication games or review grammar on computer programs.
Educators also find it easier to track and assess student progress with the help of technology. At the end of each lesson cycle in eSpark ‟ s app, students record a video summarizing what they have learned, and email it to their teacher. If a student consistently misspells words of a certain pattern, the teacher will know immediately and reintroduce that specific skill. This kind of datadriven information is invaluable for teachers who want to revise and review.
Maximizing Your Child’ s Tech Time
Consider these three tips when you consider your child ‟ s daily interaction with technology
‣ Look for Connections. When students use technology, it should be within the context of larger learning goals rather than in isolation.“ Technology used in isolation is less effective that when it ‟ s integrated into curricular set of activities,” says Pasnik.
‣ Don’ t Assume. There are a lot of facts floating out there, and everyone has an opinion. Base your understanding of education technology on reliable sources. Pasnik suggests asking your child ‟ s teacher about how technology is incorporated into the curriculum.
‣ It is all in the Application. The success of any toll depends on how it is used. Ask how a gadget or program furthers
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