How Technology is Innovating Education

Presently, we have found ourselves in an innovation economy, which means it’s fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly influential upon the functions of our society. As such our education systems are responding. You can especially see the influences of technology innovation when you walk into our modern-day classrooms, which are now populated with things like LCD projectors and smartboard technology, online course integration, and new teaching methods. These are significant advancements from traditional classrooms with blackboards, chalk, and textbooks. A new study carried out by MidAmerica Nazarene University found that teachers felt overwhelming positivity about the use of technology in classrooms. Further findings revealed that 66% of respondents said it makes students more productive while 60% say it intellectually stimulates them.What other ways is technology positively disrupting classrooms and what implications does this have for students?Virtual LearningOne of the most prominent ways technology is innovating education is through virtual learning. For those who are unfamiliar with the concept, virtual learning is a way of learning and teaching that utilizes technology like the internet and software. There are multiple forms of virtual learning such as e-learning, online learning, and blended learning.E-Learning E-learning is about using electronic technology to access educational curricula beyond the four ...


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