Basically defined by Wikipedia as an array of tools that might prove helpful in advancing student learning, Educational Technology, as I understand it, is the use of advanced tools such as computers, projectors, televisions and all other human inventions, in helping the student learn the fun way.
Theory of practice and design, development, utilization, management and evaluation of processes and resources learning. How could I use this in my future teaching career? Well it will definitely make my job be easier for there's the technology that can help me do it by making the test interactive, fun & convenient. Other than that, teaching itself will be made much easier with the use of Powerpoint presentations, film showings, and online group discussions. You will find it amusing that some students will just refuse to speak in class but are actually talkers in cyberspace.
Students' attention span have become shorter and shorter over the years, that is why the application of technology in teaching is important. The chalkboard (blackboard if you may), which happens to be a human invention too, can be transformed into an interactive learning board during students' individual or reporting. The ever convenient mobile phone could also be used in teaching. But nevertheless, nothing beats the teacher-to-students and students-to-teacher interaction in the classroom which also develops the personal relationship of the students.
There are countless and boundless ways in the application of educational technology. Your imagination is the limit.
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