Summary: The use of technology in education is becoming increasingly popular as educational institutions seek to provide the best possible education for their students. This article will discuss how it helps to improve the quality of education provided. Show
Breaking Down The Impact Of Educational TechnologyRecent years have seen a great evolution in the technological world. With more and more people getting into digital media, it is essential for teachers to use the latest tools available in their work to engage students. To engage students in learning, one needs to be innovative and new ideas should be introduced so that students get excited about what they are learning. The use of educational technology has become essential for teachers because of its importance in today's education industry. The technological advances made over the years have impacted every field of life. As technology has become more accessible, it has penetrated into every part of our lives and, as a result, we now expect every device that we use to be as technologically advanced as possible. Schools have also embraced technology as an integral part of their education process and, as a result, they now offer computer science classes, where students learn how to code computers and use them for their work or projects. The use of educational technology has therefore become important for today's learners because it offers them an opportunity to learn at a much faster pace than they would if they were not using such tools and programs. The BenefitsThe various benefits that come with using educational technology are as follows: 1. It Offers A Wider Choice Of Materials That Can Be Accessed EasilyThe vast array of educational technology that is available today offers students a wide range of options from which they can choose the best ones for their learning needs. This helps them develop the right kind of skills and knowledge so that they can become good professionals in their chosen field. 2. It Helps Improve Learners' Communication Skills And Performance In School And Workplace SettingsLearners who are able to communicate better through technological means will also perform better academically as well as in work settings because communication skills are very important when you want to get your point across effectively. 3. It Provides A Fun And Engaging Learning Experience For StudentsToday's learners are not only required to learn but they also need to have fun while doing so. Educational technology offers students the opportunity to have fun while learning, which will also help them stay motivated and excited about their studies. 4. It Allows Learners To Access The Internet From Anywhere At Any TimeThe internet has become such an integral part of our lives that we hardly find people who do not use it on a daily basis. In today's world, it is essential for students to be able to access the internet from anywhere at any time so that they can do their assignments and research without having to travel all over a place or wait for a particular time when they can do so. Using educational technology helps learners in this regard because it allows them to connect with the internet even when they are in a classroom, school, or at home. 5. It Helps Learners Learn New Skills And Acquire New KnowledgeLearning new skills and acquiring new knowledge are two very important aspects of life that learners should be able to enjoy. Through the use of educational technology, learners can acquire these skills and also develop their knowledge through various programs that are available online. These programs offer students the opportunity to learn about various topics that are interesting and useful for their respective fields of work or studies. 6. It Allows Students To Improve Themselves Both Mentally And PhysicallyThe benefits of using educational technology also include the improvement of learners' mental and physical health. By using these tools, students are able to enhance their learning and their cognitive skills, which in turn helps them improve their academic performance as well as their physical health. 7. It Helps Learners Stay Up To Date With New Technological AdvancementsStudents who are able to stay up to date with the latest technological advancements will be able to improve their knowledge of different fields and develop new skills that they can use in the future. These students will also be more likely to find a job because they will have a very good understanding of the latest trends in various fields and be able to help companies become more efficient by knowing how new technologies can be used for various purposes. St. Louis Review Center, Inc. Eneelsus Bldg. Gen. Luna St., Davao City Tel. no. (082) 224-2515 or 222-8732 ED-TECH POST – TEST 1.Which of the following statements is correct about the domains of educational technology? A.Design is the production stage while development is the planning stage. B.Both the design and development are the planning stage, C.Evaluation is synonymous with implementation. D.Utilization is the action phase. 2.Ms. Cruz was hired in a well-equipped school but she has to start preparing her instructional materials before classes begin. Which of the following is a systematic process in preparing her materials? A. design – utilization – evaluation - development B. design – development – utilization – evaluation C. development – design – utilization – evaluation D. development – utilization – evaluation – design 3.Ms. Briones is planning to integrate technology in her Mathematics class. Which of the following would be her second step? A. set the objectives B. analyze the learners C. utilize the materials with showmanship D. evaluate the performance of the students 4.Which of the following should Ms. Gomez primarily consider in determining her teachinglearning objectives and use of instructional media? A.the learner C. the instructional activity B.the teacher D. the instructional strategy 5.Which is the best reason why teachers state the objectives before using instructional media? A.To be able to practice how to operate the equipment. B.To determine which media to use best. C.To prepare the materials beforehand. D. To secure available materials. 6.Ms. Villegas is thinking of an educational technology that can relay information clearly to her class. Which principle will guide her in the selection of the material? A.interest C. cost effectiveness B.meaningfulness D. communication effectiveness 7.Mrs. Zinampan presented real samples of rocks when she discussed the different forms of rocks. What principle in the selection of instructional material did she apply? A.interest C. cost effective B.B authenticity D. responsiveness 8.Which of the following is a limitation of conventional technologies in teaching and learning? A.They pose problems on storage.. B.They are less abstract and more concrete. C.They are readily available in the environment, around school, and in the home. D.They provide hands-on learning experiences and emphasize real-world E.applications 9.which of the following is not a contribution of technology to the learning process? . A.The quality of learning can be improved B. The delivery of instructions can be more interesting C.The role of the teacher can be changed into a demonstrator. D.The method of teaching and learning becomes more interactive 10.In what way can instructional aids foster learning? A.Reinforce learning B.Entertain students C.Take the place of the teacher D.Holds students in the classroom 11.With the pervasiveness of technologies nowadays, a learner-centered instruction can be promoted. Which of the following statements support this approach to teaching? I. It focuses on transformation of facts. II. It supports the use of lecture and drill methods. III. It gives emphasis on collaboration and authentic assessment. IV. Students work on tasks determined and controlled by the teacher. A.I and II only C. II and IV only B.I and III only D. III and IV only 12. Prof. Villamin’s students use cooperative learning, inquiry based and project-based learning approaches in creating their digital unit plans. What can be developed among the learners through these approaches? A.repetition and active learning B.repetition & information delivery C.information processing and active learning D.construction of knowledge and information exchange 13.Which of these technologies are arranged from the most symbolic to multisensory? A.real objects, print, audio-visual materials, and visual materials B.visual materials, audio visual materials, print and computers C.visual materials, print, audio-visual materials and realia D.print, audio, visual materials, and computers 14.Which group of technologies has the highest degree of abstraction? A.book, imaginative literature, programmed instruction B.digital video, film, versatile compact disc St. Louis Review Center, Inc-San Pablo City Tel. no (049) 562-2239/0929-688-43481 What is the contribution of technology to your learning process?The benefits of using educational technology also include the improvement of learners' mental and physical health. By using these tools, students are able to enhance their learning and their cognitive skills, which in turn helps them improve their academic performance as well as their physical health.
Which of the following is not included in the development of teaching/learning process?Hence, we conclude that the increase of curriculum load is not included in the teaching-learning process.
What are the 4 ways in which teachers use technology to support learning?If you're looking for ideas of exactly how to use technology in the classroom to enhance learning, some examples include:. Gamified learning.. Digital field trips.. Integrate social media.. Gather student feedback.. Creating digital content.. Using a shared, online classroom calendar.. Review and critique webpages.. What are 5 functions of educational technology in the teaching/learning process?What are the functions of education technology? Education technology can automate processes, improve information access, enable sharing of knowledge and data, duplicate information between media forms, curate important knowledge, communicate ideas, visualize critical concepts, and more.
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