Technology in education has led to increased test scores in reading, math, and problem-solving skills. To keep up with students and new technologies, teachers must enhance their skills through professional development on tools like interactive whiteboards and tablet PCs. Educators can also collaborate with others using resources from the Flat Classroom Project and social media platforms to share knowledge and ideas. Looking ahead, there are many technology options available to engage students through collaboration, multimedia feedback, creative expression, and vocabulary building.

1. THE NEED FOR TECHNOLOGY
AND ITS IMPACT ON LEARNING

2. Increased Test Scores
Sat-I Scores are Increasing
Problem-Solving Skills are Increasing
Reading and Mathematics Scores are Increasing

3. KEEPING UP WITH THE TIMES
Keep Up With Student Interests
Keep Up With New Technology
Keep Up With All Learning Styles

4. ENHANCE TEACHER SKILLS
Technology supports the existing curriculum
Whiteboards & Table PC’s
Must Provide Professional Development for Teachers

5. COLLABORATE WITH OTHERS
Flat Classroom Project
http://www.flatclassroomproject.org/
Podcast, Wiki’s & Twitter OH MY!

6. LOOKING AHEAD

7. MANY OPTIONS
Type Function
Wiki’s Allows Collaboration
Voicethread.com Vocal Comments
ComicLife Creates Comics
Wordle Vocabulary Builder