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My dad went to school in the 1960s and can remember the introduction of the overhead projector. He recalled that the teachers didn't really know how to use them at first. Sometimes the text was blurry, and they couldn't read it, and if teachers hadn't prepared the transparency films, it would take ages for them to write them out. Learners preferred the chalkboard because it was familiar, and everyone knew how it functioned.

When teachers became more familiar with the new technology, it became a valuable tool. Teachers could face the class consistently and didn't have to turn away to write on a chalkboard. In turn, this improved engagement and communication. Another benefit was that teachers could use opaque items to cover elements that weren't up for discussion yet, which increased focus and attention on what was being taught.

I'm glad the historical change from chalk board to OHP happened as I think it's important to see your teacher's face and body language at all times.

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My dad went to school in the 1960s and can visualize the introduction of the handheld calculator. He remembered that the teachers didn't want to introduce them at first as they were scared that learners would lose the ability to think for themselves. Sometimes they would be permitted to use them for times tables but knowing how to use a calculator became a barrier. It ended up being faster to work them out manually.

When teachers became more comfortable and familiar with the new technology, taught learners how to use them, and understood the benefits, it became a beneficial tool. Teachers could use them to break larger problems down into smaller tasks and allow time for critical thinking around the original problem. Calculators made lessons more efficient and freed up valuable learning time. Learners could learn and practice new digital literacy skills. They also relieved learners from mundane and monotonous procedures. Therefore, this resulted in increased engagement.

I'm glad the historical change from manual calculations to calculations supported by calculators happened as it improved skills and created more time for more learning!

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My cousin went to school in the 1980s and remembers when teachers started using PowerPoint to present content. She said that teachers were excited about it. Nevertheless, the teachers' overkill use of images and moving images overclouded the content. All she would focus on is the color and busy layouts. Teachers would fill the slides to the capacity and wouldn't know how to move to the next one. This caused frustration and a lack of interest from learners.

When teachers became more competent in using the new presentation software, familiar with the functionality, and better at using it, it became a popular and advantageous tool. Teachers could use them to introduce new topics differently while maintaining eye contact. Correct use of colors and images made learners more interested and increased focus. Learners weren't inundated with handouts and could take their time to interact and learn rather than shuffle through papers looking down. PowerPoint was definitely well received in the classroom.

I'm glad the historical change from OHP to visually enhanced presentations happened as it generated interest, excitement and drove engagement regarding presentations.

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I went to school in the 1990s and can remember when our school first got computers, and computer classes started. I think back, and there were two learners to a computer. Computer classes consisted of using six keys to color in pixels to make pictures. The teachers were excited about it, but the computers rarely worked adequately. Faults prevented the pictures I saved to floppy disk from being recalled next lesson, and I couldn't understand how this would help me in the future.

When teachers became more competent in understanding the functionality and using the new technology, it became an invaluable and developmental tool. Teachers loaded the first version of Word on the computers, and we learned how to type and edit. We learned differently through playing games. Teachers could instruct us on how to use technology and various tools that would help us in the future. They also allowed us to start working at our own pace. The introduction of computers allowed interactive learning, which drove engagement that wasn't present at first.

I'm glad the historical change from papers and pens changed to computer technology. It's quicker, easier and and beneficial for all aspects of learning.

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My daughter went to school in the 2000s and recalls when her school invested in the internet. She remembers sitting in front of the computer and being told to look on the internet. She had no idea where to start or what to do. She didn't know what was on there, what to look for, or how to look for it. Some of the other children had the internet at home, but they didn't really know what to do with it either. She dismissed it as something else she had to learn for no reason.

When teachers became more competent in understanding the functionality and advantages of the new technology, it became an effective and valuable tool. Teachers created resources (such as webquests) and literature that explained the benefits. Information on any subject was at hand, which made lessons more effective. Communication skills were developed and improved significantly in this new format. Learners received online resources to reinforce lesson content well, enhancing their eagerness to complete homework. Boring trips to the library were reduced, learners even learned how to find directions, and life skills improved generally. The introduction of the internet was a significant advancement regarding education, providing variety, encouraging engagement, improving efficiency, and encouraging self-led learning.

I'm glad the historical change from manual research to access to the internet has happened. The internet has improved learning significantly and I personally couldn't be without it.

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I have returned to school in the 2020s and am utterly amazed and bemused by the technology that is now used. IPads have been issued to enhance the all-around learning experience. Even though I have an iPhone, I have struggled with the functionality upon receiving the iPad. It took me six hours to make a few notes for my first assignment, and I still can't get the external keyboard to work. I watched several videos and youtube clips to try and upskill myself, but it is definitely a learning curve.

When I watched the videos and asked friends for help, I became more competent in understanding the functionality and benefits of this new technology. I believe it's going to be an effective and innovative tool. Even though it took five hours to figure out what I was doing in the first instance, once I got the hang of it, my first assignment was then produced quickly due to the split-screen function. I could multitask by watching videos and typing notes at the same time. I find it engaging and interactive and will eventually be able to use it with confidence and ease like my laptop. The variety of apps and options available will make learning exciting, and there will be NO MORE PAPER! I can throw my notebooks away and be confident I have effective notes for all my classes filed away in one place that are easy to recall. The introduction of the iPad is an innovative advancement regarding education, providing personalization, equity, and variety. It will boost engagement, improve efficiency, and encourage self-led and digital learning.

I'm glad the the iPad had been introduced, it's variety, multifuntionality, and efficiency is invaluable.