Educational technology
First thing that comes in our mind when we talk about Educational Technology is
"The implementation and use of computers"
In order to further understand ed tech we should define it first;
Educational technology is a wide field. In some, Educational technology can be considered either as a design science or as a collection of different research interests addressing fundamental issues of learning, teaching and social organization. Educational technology is the use of technology to improve education. It is a systematic, iterative process for designing instruction or training used to improve performance. Educational technology is sometimes also known as instructional technology or learning technology. (Wikipedia:Educational_technology)
"The implementation and use of computers"
In order to further understand ed tech we should define it first;
Educational technology is a wide field. In some, Educational technology can be considered either as a design science or as a collection of different research interests addressing fundamental issues of learning, teaching and social organization. Educational technology is the use of technology to improve education. It is a systematic, iterative process for designing instruction or training used to improve performance. Educational technology is sometimes also known as instructional technology or learning technology. (Wikipedia:Educational_technology)
THE ROLE AND FUNCTIONS OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY TO EDUCATION
( teaching-learning Process)
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THE ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY Both teachers and the students are convinced about the important contributions educational technology can offer. If properly selected and used, instructional materials can do the following:
1.) Arouse and sustain the interest and attention of the pupils/students to learn.
2.) Concertize abstract concepts/ideas to promote meaningful learning.
3.) Makes learning more permanent because of the rich experiences that they provide.
4.) Provide self-activities for independent learning.
5.) Increase vocabulary by eliminating verbalism.
6.) Develop continuity of thought.
7.) Increase the quality of learning while decreasing the time spent.
8.) Check pupils preparedness.
9.) Make learning more interactive, hence learning is improved.
The role of the teacher becomes that of an intermediary, providing guidance to aid the learners in constructing their own knowledge. Those educators within this field of educational technology must ensure that prior learning experiences are appropriate and related to the concepts being taught.
( teaching-learning Process)
Find Out
THE ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY Both teachers and the students are convinced about the important contributions educational technology can offer. If properly selected and used, instructional materials can do the following:
1.) Arouse and sustain the interest and attention of the pupils/students to learn.
2.) Concertize abstract concepts/ideas to promote meaningful learning.
3.) Makes learning more permanent because of the rich experiences that they provide.
4.) Provide self-activities for independent learning.
5.) Increase vocabulary by eliminating verbalism.
6.) Develop continuity of thought.
7.) Increase the quality of learning while decreasing the time spent.
8.) Check pupils preparedness.
9.) Make learning more interactive, hence learning is improved.
The role of the teacher becomes that of an intermediary, providing guidance to aid the learners in constructing their own knowledge. Those educators within this field of educational technology must ensure that prior learning experiences are appropriate and related to the concepts being taught.
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