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Technology is an incredible tool that can be used as an extension of the capabilities of human existence. However, for some reason, I feel as if the use of technology integrated with education has been held back until recently. Now with this pandemic, education has had to lean very heavily on technology where it previously didn't, and we're seeing some unexpected but wonderful results. There is no doubt in my mind that we will see a heavier integration of technology in education once/if we get back to normal.

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I think we should be taking any and all opportunities to use technology in the classroom but only when it contributes to or enhances the learning experience. I don't think it should ever fully usurp the role of the teacher but I do think all teachers should be trained on how to update their teaching practice to match current trends in technological development. Whether or not technology should be used in the classroom is highly contextual but, in most cases, it does offer an educational experience that is more engaging for the next generation of learners.

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Educational websites such as Kahoot, Brainpop, or GoNoodle

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"Using technology benefits everyone. As it is available to everyone and is easy to use.  Students, teachers, parents, etc can all use technology and find a purpose for using it in their everyday life."

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"Over a long period of time, technology has been imputed in education. The use of technology in education will almost certainly expand in the next years. Technology is used in education for a variety of reasons. Some of these advantages include convenience, since technology can quickly offer knowledge on anything and everything needed. It as well offers a different style of learning for students and helps certain students who need accommodations. Children are typically interested in technology since they are growing up in a high-tech society. So by adding technology in education it is a benefit to many and can make some things easier on the students."

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Inclusive Technology: technology that can utilized by all.
- dictation, text-to-speech
- accessibility that is built into the laptops, smartboards
- websites that are multi-faceted, and are supported on all forms of physical technology; touchscreen devices

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Students from lower-income households. The trend towards online learning is not beneficial for everyone. We have seen that this is especially true in the age of COVID-19. Students who do not have computers or wifi at home are unable to access lessons and materials, and are unable to seek help from their teachers. These students were left scrambling at the last minute in order to keep up with school work. Parents of these children are often unable to purchase the appropriate technology which would allow their children to continue to participate in the classroom through virtual learning.

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Technology helps students to access experiences that they have not been able to previously. Through technology, students can quite literally experience the world. Through videos, films, photographs, and virtual field trips, students can overcomes language and cultural barriers, borders, and physical limitations. This opens up the possibility for diverse learning experiences.

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Who is harmed with the use and over use of technology in education ?

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Who is harmed with the use and over use of technology in education ?

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One place technology can be used is at home and it is a great resource for students to utilize and access information. Not all students will have help at home, and technology may allow them to acquire assistance. They can ask peers for help. They can also find videos and sources to assist their learning

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Technology is also used for the sake of convenience and to save time and effort. Writing and editing texts more efficiently, instantaneous communication, access to information, technology is used in a multitude of ways in order to create more time and opportunities for students to engage with course material in a more efficient and meaningful way.

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To help students get more comfortable using technology so when they move forward to post secondary education or join the workforce they are not overwhelmed, but prepared.

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Benefits associated with technology - such as quick access to information and improved communication.

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The best time to use technology for education is when it will have a positive effect on the students' learning (the students gain a positive experience or learn more from using the technology than they would without it).
You can also use technology when it's neutral to the learning outcome (the same general outcome using different means).
However, it would be detrimental to force technology into a lesson out of some obligation when that technological use has no benefit to the students, even if that technology has a positive effect for the teacher.

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Educational technology can be used anywhere that there is available access to it. Schools, homes, and libraries are the first things that come to mind.

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It is best to use technology whenever it's appropriate. I think we as teachers need to determine whether we are using the technology 'just to use it' or if it will actually benefit the lesson.

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I haven't been in public school for some time, so this is hard to answer. I feel like the answer to this varies depending on what school you are at and their level of access to technology. We haven't really stopped to define "technology" here yet, and I think it's safe to assume we are referring to computer-based technology, or even "electrical-dependent" technology, but those terms are easily misconstrued as well despite the fact that most people reading this probably understand what it means. That being said, anything human-made (or not existing in the natural world) can be considered technology.
So I like to think there are still books, pencils, paper, and chalkboards. At least the classroom in my mind has those.
The cynic in my head imagines all the students hooked up to VR machines in some sort of dystopian, factory processed learning center... or at the very least everyone using laptops and tablets and the like.

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Social Media in the schools is actually becoming more and more popular among educators and faculty as a means of staying connected with parents.

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Educational technology can be used in any subject. Over the past year, it has been amazing to see all of the different programs/apps/activities that are available to use in the classroom and that have been created. The best part is that this technology can be used for any mode of learning (virtual, hybrid or face-to-face).

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Teachers, administration, parents, and students all use technology in various ways in the education system.
Ideally, everyone involved should benefit from the use of technology, but it can also cause issues that reduce the effectiveness of systems (or the system as a whole), which ultimately leads to a lesser learning experience for the students if not addressed.

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iPads, as well as a plethora of apps, are being used in the classroom. For example, ScratchJr is an effective app on the iPad that can be used when teaching coding.

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We use technology in education to:
- expand on ways that students can both access knowledge as well as express themselves.
- increase the effectiveness of presentations
- increase speed and efficiency of learning

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I think it is best to use technology when it enhances the learning experience. This does not mean all the time. I think there is a lot of value in hands on, tactile learning (for example wet labs in science). Technology can't replace those experiences.

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Educational technology can be used in a variety of subjects. Over the course of the past two years, we have seen students of all ages (as well as their teachers) adapt to online learning. Having an online placement this past year and seeing it firsthand proves that technology can be an amazing tool in every subject (i.e. music, math, science, etc.)

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Assistive technology is being used in classrooms to help students engage with the material in a way that meets their needs.

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We use technology in education in order to differentiate. Classroom models like 'Modern Classroom' allow students to work through a unit at their own pace.Technology also allows students to explore topics they are interested in beyond just what is discussed in class. Technology is used to personalize the education experience to each students' needs.

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It is best to use technology whenever you can. I think that would help to desensitize it and students would refocus. Take the excitement out of having a phone out in class.

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iphones, laptops, smartboards.

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It can be used anywhere. Students can have everything they need on a tablet nowadays, which they can take and learn anywhere they want without having to worry about carrying heavy books and school supplies

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I believe everyone benefits from technology in education. For example, parents can benefit when they can have access to their child's progress, work and grades on Google Classroom. Students can also enhance their own learning via the use of technology. Technology can also help teachers explain certain content better

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Technology helps make the content more engaging and relevant to the students, especially that nowadays students use technology on a regular basis

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Technology can be used to help synthesize information in a new way (ex. taking data points and graphing them; organizing ideas into Venn diagrams; mind maps/webs, etc.)

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students, teachers, and parents of students can use and benefit from the use of technology

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When it works to benefit and improve thinking/creative skills of the students and teachers. Otherwise, what is the point?

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Smart boards, chrome books, laptops, TV's

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WHEN is the best time to use technology?

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WHEN is the best time to use technology?

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WHERE can educational technology be used?

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WHERE can educational technology be used?

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WHAT Technology is being used in today's classrooms?

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WHAT Technology is being used in today's classrooms?

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WHO uses (or benefits) from the use of technology in education? 

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WHO uses (or benefits) from the use of technology in education? 