Educational technology is the systematic application of both human and non-human resources to improve the methods and processes of teaching and learning. It began in the mid-20th century with theorists like Dewey, Thorndike, and Montessori who sought to connect psychological theories to educational practice. For educational technology to be effective, teachers must be willing to constantly update their knowledge and change their role from sole knowledge-provider to co-learner with students. They must also be open to innovating and changing educational objectives without compromising pedagogical goals. Characteristics of modern educational technology include being motivational, enabling connectivity between teachers, parents, administrators and students, and allowing personalized learning based on student interests and continuous assessment of student