Pros and cons of education technology

1. Pros and cons of
education technology
WHITNEY DELK
EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

2. Pros
 If it is used correctly, technology will prepare students for the future
careers.
 Integrating technology is a great way to reach diversity in learning styles.
 Gives students more interaction with their classmates
 Prepares the students for the real world environment
 Helps students stay engaged in activities

3. Cons
 Lack of support- it can cause a headache for the teachers and the
students when a problem occurs.
 Time lost- because of connection problems, downloading issues, policing
software etc.
 Upkeep and maintenance expenses- Once technology is purchased for a
school it is very expenses to upkeep the maintenance.
 A short funny video showing some one the cons of technology in the
classroom… Enjoy!
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WI44tk5Qo3E

4. More pictures….

5. A video of the importance of
technology
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YSA7e4_Xis

6. Wrap up
 After researching the never ending topic of the pros and cons of
technology. I have learned that technology in the classroom is a lot more
important than I thought. I hope you learned something as well.
 If you have some extra time I would watch this really neat video of
amazing technology invented by MIT… you will enjoy it!
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AK2eQQiHMQ4