This document provides an overview of educational technology and its uses in the classroom. It discusses how technology can be used to motivate students, enhance instruction, make student and teacher work more productive, and help students learn important technology skills. Some specific ways technology is used includes interactive learning, visualizing concepts, connecting with others, and self-paced learning. Emerging technologies that could impact education include wireless connectivity, portable devices, and virtual reality systems. The document also outlines different types of educational software and online resources that teachers can utilize.