March 17, 2009
THE FIRST STEP
Technology helps teachers in many ways. Technology is getting more important in education industry.
Researchers note that the more our senses are deployed in learning, the better something is learnt and the more easily it is accessed again later. Technology helps in delivering multimedia effects in classroom.
Interactive boards allow for group investigation using only one computer, and together with the highly interactive nature of multimedia software or websites, they bring about greater involvement and engagement in a child’s exploring process. Apart from this, when a child works along on his computer , it allows him to proceed through programmed investigation at his own pace, with instant correction, explanation and reinforcement.
The process of learning in the classroom can become significantly richer as children have access to new and different types of information quickly, as compared to traditional instruction. Children learn well using interesting ways of presentation like computers and softwares.
The use of Computers allows mobility and flexibility in learning, and lessons will not longer be confined to the classroom. Children can do research and projects easily using electronics like digital cameras and webcams. Many ways whereby technology can help to present interesting and multimedia information to children.
Softwares allows the presentation of scientific concepts more vividly. It allows the simulation of an environment that is not observable in real time. Simulation, photographs and anything that can help clarify concepts will leave a much bigger impact on children and help them retain lessons better which is similiar to Glenn Doman. Wish the Internet, the whole world can practically be brought to life before their eyes.


