Technology Final

I believe that technology is key in the classroom. For one, if you have something you would like to show the whole class you can use a document camera so that each students has a clear view of what you are showing. I also believe it is important to have atleast two student computers in each classroom. I believe this because some schools now have subscribed to the computer programs called MathWiz and Read About. Because these schools have these programs, if a student has free time, they can use these programs and be learning at the same time.

Some cons for technology are that some people may not be able to use certain technology such as smart boards and then these technologies just get shoved in a closet and not used. Another thing is sometimes the schools/classrooms are not set up for these types of technologies. Another con is the expense. Most schools these days do not have the financial means to buy these products and even though there are grants the school has to find the person and the time to write these grants.

Although technology is expensive I still believe it is very important for schools to have computers, document cameras, smart boards etc. If every school could have these in their classrooms I believe the visual and hands-on students will be better able to learn.