TIPS
FOR USING TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM AS A NEW TEACHER
Students are using technology to supplement their learning more and more every
year. A 2015 Pearson survey conducted by Harris Poll asked students
in fourth to twelfth grade about their technology use. Here are some of their
key findings:
· The
use of tablets among students at the elementary, middle school, and high school
levels increased from 2014 to 2015.
· The
use of smartphones also increased across all levels. According to the Pearson survey:
'In 2015, 53% of elementary students, 66% of middle school students and 82% of
high school students use smartphones regularly.
· 83%
of surveyed students said they use a laptop to complete their school work.
The survey also found that 72% of elementary students, 66% of middle school
students and 54% of high school students want the use of mobile devices in the
classroom to increase.
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Data provided by Pearson Student Mobile Device Survey 2015
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Trying to fulfill these students' wishes
can benefit everyone in the classroom. According to a survey conducted by
VeraQuest Research for PBS Learning Media, reinforcing materials, motivating
students, and accommodating multiple learning styles are some of the benefits
of using technology in your lessons. Keep reading to learn our tips for
successfully incorporating technology into your classroom.
The Pearson survey also found that, at all levels of education, 'most students
feel that they know more about tablets and other computers than their
teachers.' You want to prove them wrong by knowing the tools you're using for
class inside and out.
The previously mentioned VeraQuest survey found that, of the teachers surveyed,
about half were 'comfortable experimenting with new technology.' Even if you're
not one of the teachers who is okay using technology, you should still push
yourself to test things out.
To get yourself more comfortable and familiar with the technology you might be
using in class, play around with them first at home and read up on them. This
will help you determine what will work best for your class. You'll feel less
stressed and nervous if you're already comfortable with the gadget before class
time rolls around. It will also help you identify areas that might cause
trouble for students and prepare to help them troubleshoot.
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