The document discusses how instructional technology can enhance teaching and learning in the classroom. It notes that technology allows students more control over their learning, and helps lecturers guide students and involve them more in the teaching process. Technology expands course offerings and materials, and supports interactivity, content delivery, collaboration, communication, and managing resources. When used effectively in the classroom, technology can increase student motivation, help students master advanced topics, allow students to act as experts, and lead to better outcomes on standardized tests.