How Technology has enhanced the teaching and learning : Pros And Cons Of Technology In The Classroom

December 28, 2016December 28, 2016 Nazneen Kousar 2 BYJU'S, CLASSROOM, E LEARNING, EDUCATION, LEARNING, ONLINE, STUDENT, STUDIES, TEACHING, Technology

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How Technology has enhanced the teaching and learning

The recent developments of technology in the field of education has made the lives of students and educators much and more easier. With the use of new tools and concepts, the children of this 21st century are falling in love with the learning. The technology in classroom is well getting more predominant in the education system.

We can see that the textbooks are been replaced with the tablets and online learning tools. And also the students of this generation are getting a quick access to the answers and also the researches with the use of smartphones. We can say that technology is on fast pace these days. The use of social media platforms in the education system is also on the go as these are used for school meetings, gatherings, etc.

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Some of the emerging and developing technologies like cloud computing, virtual reality (VR), 3D printing, E-learning or mobile learning through the use of educational apps are paving ways in accomplishing the future of education in various ways which we might get yet to see more.

Technology in the education system plays a vital role in the improvement of a student’s skills and the knowledge. It is considered to be more important for those who wish to improve their skills.

By the use of smart technology in classrooms, teachers are also able to enhance their teaching methods as per NCERT, strategies and skills and present themselves best to the students. Hence this advancement could prove to be a great benefit to the students and as well as the teachers.

While in one way, we consider the advantages of technological developments in the education system, on its other side also comes its disadvantages. Let us see in brief about the Pros and Cons of Technology in the Classroom.

Pros of Technology in the Classroom

Some of the points coming in the list of advantages of having technology in the classroom are given below-

Develops a new way of teaching

Unlike the boring old black board way of teaching, the use of technology in the classrooms brings a sense of interaction between the teacher and the students. Nowadays we can see that almost every school has smart educomp technology and virtual reality (VR’ s) displays fitted in all the classrooms. This smart technology enhances an interactive method of learning and teaching by providing a good display on the LCD screen and an in-depth knowledge of all the topics very clearly.

Helps to develop a student’s Abstract Thinking

With the introduction of 3D printers in the classrooms, students can learn about the real world images and problems in an intense manner. It also helps the children to develop 3D models for about various purposes and promotes the development of their abstract thinking like to explain the phenomenons. Students can learn the more complex theoretical concepts in a practical way.

Provides an opportunity to learn Online

By the introduction of cloud computing and online learning apps like Byju’s -The learning App, Students are able to access the content and books like NCERT books through these apps. These apps also provides study materials and online learning videos for the candidates preparing for the civil services exams and more. Thus online learning method also helps the students in discussions and interactions.

Develops Independent learning skill

By the implementation of great features and the quick accessibility within the application, students are said to learn in an more independent way without being dependent on their teachers or parents. Thus, it develops an Self-learning skill and attitude among the students.

Learn to design the games

Technology also made learning a fun learning way inside the classrooms with the introduction of interactive games. Here the students are exposed in a way to different method of learning the things in the classroom in an engaging way.

Apart from all the advantages listed above, students also tend to prepare for the future as individual learners, the technology provides an ease of information access, and also helps in educating the children in an exciting way.

Cons of Technology in the Classroom

Not just the advantages, improvement of technology inside the classrooms also has some of the disadvantages, of which some of them are listed below-

Lays an Bad impact on basic way of learning

Yes, nowadays we can see that students make use of internet even to find the simple formula for interest which is one of the basic formulas among the topics of Maths. Hence, children are taking the assistance of computers even to complete their homeworks and solve the problems. This is ending the basics learning skills among the children.

Develops laziness among the children

With the improvement in technology, students have developed bad study habits. It has lessened the brain using skills, as everything is fetched easily with only just one click on the internet. These, change in some-way will affect the education of the children.

Develops negative perspective on Technology

Right from the computers to the mobiles, smartphones and tablets, all these tools are known to be used more for the purpose of entertainment rather than that of for education. Nowadays, students are using these online devices more for social medias and entertainment purposes. This is develop a sense of negative impact on the children.

Online safety and security

One among the major concerns is the safety and security of students with respect to the technology. Students should not be given access to the irrelevant materials on the internet. It is because of security which many search engines are making the facilities like filter for the removal of some unwanted features and contents on sites. This unusual things would also be a kind of distraction to the students.

It can be concluded that, improvement of technology in the levels of education is likely said to have the same number of advantages as well as disadvantages. It all depends upon the teachers, parents and administrators to see as to what is good for their students and children.

By the use of proper implementation techniques, it might assist in minimizing the drawbacks of technology. Hence, making a better planning is as well necessary.

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