The technological developments made over the years are astounding and have provided people with new resources and tools. Technology evolves at a very fast pace. Although this is generally seen as a good thing, it can pose problems for teachers and schools. The technological advances may be difficult to keep up with, especially for teachers who are already busy (Roblyer & Doering, 2013). Funding may also be an issue for schools trying to stay up to date with the latest technologies (Roblyer & Doering, 2013). While each school deals with technological advances differently, there are universal concepts that can enhance a student's ability to learn. Showing the students the most advanced tools is ideal, but for many it is not realistic. To remedy this problem teachers can implement Constructivist learning techniques that can help the student "learn how to learn" so that they are well-equipped to continue learning in the future (Roblyer & Doering, 2013).
Constructivist learning theory states that students generate their own knowledge, rather than having it transmitted to them like with the Objectivist learning theory. It stresses the importance of learning through experience, as Jerome Bruner proposed, and self-efficacy, which was introduced by Albert Bandura (Roblyer & Doering, 2013). The Scaffolding Theory of Lev Vygotsky states that adults help students learn through scaffolding newly acquired knowledge on what they already know (Roblyer & Doering, 2013). These and other Constructivist theories can help students "learn how to learn." Rather than being told facts to memorize or doing drills, Constructivist educational experiences enable students to continue learning-even beyond the classroom.
As technology continues to amaze us with its constant growth, teachers and schools struggle to keep up with the most up to date technology. No matter what technologic advances a school or teacher has, the student can be equipped to "learn how to learn" whatever he/she needs for their future in the ever-changing world of technology.
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Sources:
Roblyer & Doering, (2013). Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching. Pearson.
Learning to Learn. Retrieved from www.studygs.net/metacognitiona.htm
As technology continues to amaze us with its constant growth, teachers and schools struggle to keep up with the most up to date technology. No matter what technologic advances a school or teacher has, the student can be equipped to "learn how to learn" whatever he/she needs for their future in the ever-changing world of technology.
Boost your self-efficacy with this learning style self test:
www.studygs.net/metacognitiona.htm
Sources:
Roblyer & Doering, (2013). Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching. Pearson.
Learning to Learn. Retrieved from www.studygs.net/metacognitiona.htm
