Technology in the classroom! by Michelle Pena

Computer? What's that?

michellepenaaaec — 2024-02-01 02:36:50 UTC

In the 1980s the introduction to new technology was introduced. Personal computers were provided in a classroom setting. My interviewee expressed that in the 80s, there were only two personalized mainframe computers. The computer was never the center of the teaching or content at the time.

No technology, only pen and paper!

michellepenaaaec — 2024-02-01 02:46:01 UTC

Before computers, school was very boring for my interviewee as she said. She remembered the differentiated instruction portion was extremely long. There were not as many engaging projects or group work. I considered those a form of technology as well.

1990s Welcome Smartboards!

michellepenaaaec — 2024-02-01 03:05:09 UTC

As of today many use promethean boards, however in the 90s the smartboard was invented! Also known as interactive boards, where students can touch the board to engage in work.

Ipads in the classroom?

michellepenaaaec — 2024-02-01 03:32:28 UTC

Around 5th grade, this was 2012 Apple Ipads were introduced as a new way to engage students. The tablets and Ipads allowed students to apply certain apps in their curriculum.

Educational Tech Apps

michellepenaaaec — 2024-02-01 03:36:22 UTC

Teachers now use different educational applications that are downloaded in their personal computers. An example of a program my interviewees use are Lexia, a ELA and reading program helping students build their phonological skills.