TECHNOLOGY USED IN EDUCATION

Technology used in Education



Technology used in Education

Introduction

The technology challenges associated with no child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001 to recommend that teachers provide equal opportunities for learning that optimize the education and training students to perform effectively and efficiently on standardized tests. Handhelds can be very useful in classroom management tools to provide technical and equity bridging the digital divide. As an integral part of Ohio Board of Regents Technology Initiative, university teachers have been trained in the use of computers. Participants discussed and / or shown as a computer software, scientific probes on board cameras and keyboards can be used with the preservice teachers to familiarize them with ways to bridge the digital divide. "

Analysis

Student access to technology, depends on the financial capabilities of their school or school district. While a student to computer ratio has improved steadily in many countries, low socio-economic schools have limited access to computers and the Internet. In the universal service fund for schools and libraries, known as "E-Rate, was created in 1996 to provide discounted telecommunications services and equipment for public and private schools and libraries. E-Rate program involves more than 98 percent of all schools in the United States, to the Internet. While Congress and state authorities have taken measures to improve access through the E-Rate, and other technological initiatives, grants, the gap is still significant. A new type of poverty has become (Forcier & Descy, 2002).

Fairness is a critical issue for schools planning to implement educational technology. Access to information and computer technologies, and opportunities to learn to use it properly are key factors for students' economic success now and in the future. Unfortunately, socio-economic differences, may create serious problems when it comes to technology use. While students from affluent families may have access to a ...