Computers in the classroom can help improve instruction by providing an engaging tool for learning key concepts. Generation Z students are accustomed to learning through technology and websites. Incorporating technology into lessons makes them more engaging by allowing virtual field trips and streaming videos. However, there are also risks like exposure to online pornography, interactions with online predators, and cyberbullying. Schools need to help protect students from online harms through counseling and education.

1. Technology in Schools

2. Computers in the classroom
• Can technology improve the level of instruction and
address many of the problems in schools?
Technology

3. Computers in the classroom
• Computers are just another instructional
tool for learning.
computers can help you learn concepts about mathematics
computers can help you with budgeting your expenses
computers can help in everyday writing activities

4. Computers in the classroom
• Computer give students a choice to learn,
explore, create, express, and apply,
different subjects in a more enjoyable way.

5. Generation Z, the internet generation
• Generation Z have been growing up on
websites designed specifically for their
consumption since before they could even
speak.

6. Generation Z, the internet generation
• Generation Z-ers are also bred early to be
social-media savvy

7. Incorporating technology into
monotonous lessons
• Will make lessons more engaging and
exciting.
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8. Incorporating technology into
monotonous lessons
• Lessons that would normally be tedious for
many students can be much more engaging
with virtual field trips and streaming video

9. Negative side of using technology
• Did you know 93% of boys and 62% of
girls have been exposed to Internet
pornography before the age of 18?
Internet pornography is just one of the dangers facing your kids online. Have
you thought about what else your kids are facing?
• 76% of first encounters with online predators happen in chat rooms.
• 51% of kid gamers, especially males (who prefer fighting games), play games online.
• 40% of teens have seen pictures on social networking sites of kids getting drunk,
passed out, or using drugs.
• 39% of teens have sent or posted sexually suggestive messages.
• 26% of teens and young adults say someone has written something about them
online that was untrue.
Online interactions leave kids open to all sorts of dangers. Your kids need your
help for how to stay safe online, and we’re here to help you do that.

10. Negative side of using technology
• There is a need for school counselors to
assist parents and school personnel in
protecting their students from harm and
victimization.