21st Century Technology and Education

1. 21st Century Technology
and Education Application
Gregory Hendricks & Kristopher Loretz
There is huge importance in knowing the
technology of the 21st Century, as students
need to learn new technologies to be
successful in the Classroom and Society.

2. More Technology in Classrooms
There is a need to have more technology based
classes in the future. Students are expected to
have a great grasp on new technologies, they
should start from the earliest ages.

3. 21 st Century Education Technology
used in the Workplace
It is very important for society to know how to
use the latest technology in the workplace, as
many companies require you to maintain a
Facebook page, or a blog page, as well as be
able to set up prezi presentations using
PowerPoint to show your
ideas to your company.

4. Students Access to Computers
Students who have access to computer
instruction have a very powerful tool. Practice
tests on the internet help students to be
successful on Standardized test and national
exams as well.

5. Classes Online
More than ever, many students are taking
classes online to balance school, work and life.
Therefore more universities like Keiser
University are offering
Online Programs
in different areas of
Study for various
different subjects.

6. Education and Technology Websites
You can go on different education and
technology websites such as:
www.educationworld.com/
www.edudemic.com
www.teachercertificationdegrees.com/

7. Blogs on the
Internet
Education in the future will utilize blogs, video
presentations, wiki pages, social media, and
more… All accessed
via broadband and
wireless networks,
on mobile devices,
and new technology
Emerging daily.

8. Online Portfolios
Another great idea that leaders in education have
expanded on are student portfolios. And with new
technologies emerging everyday, students are now
able to access them Online. This is a great tool for
students to see their material and monitor their
progress over a semester.

9. Grading Online
Grade rubrics, like those
used at Keiser University
Online, are great tools for
students. It helps them
to know exactly what to
look for when turning in
papers and projects
online in order to earn
the best grade.

10. Education and Technology in
the 21st Century is HUGE!
Many Teachers have optimism and excitement
when getting new technology in the classroom.
Students in the 21st century will benefit from
having technology which will make even the
simplest thing like taking notes go faster.

11. References
• Chien Yu.(2013) The Integration of Technology In
The Classroom in the 21st Century Classroom:
Teachers Attitudes And Pedagogical Beliefs
Towards Emerging Technologies Journal Of
Technology Education in the Classroom 5-10
• Pg 81-88
• Cunningham G.C. & Cordeiro (2009) Educational
Leadership: A Bridge To Improved Practice
Boston, Massachusetts:Pearson