Technology in the classroom

Since change is the only constant in life, it is fitting that technology is ever evolving and rapidly changing. Throughout my lifespan as a student, technology has changed dramatically in the classroom. During the primary school years, technology in the classroom was very limited. Now, it is much more inclusive, accessible, and reliable. Understanding the relationship between change and its influence on technology, I can see that the future holds limitless possibilities in this area.
As technology changes, so do our classrooms. As a teacher it is important to remember to use educational technology with the curriculum as the central focus and to use it for effective face-to-face teaching. The benefits of technology far outweigh the difficulty in learning how to use it. The motivation and ownership of learning that takes place when students learn by means of technology allows them to benefit more than a teacher could ever plan for. As experienced in anyone’s lifetime, technology began as a simple start and has evolved to a more encompassing and globally connected realm. The possibilities for growth are limitless and one can only imagine the capabilities of the future.