The Promise and Reality of Computers in Our Schools
The Technology Fix: "The Promise and Reality of Computers in Our Schools"
Publisher: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development | ISBN: 0871208423 | PDF | 1 MB
Publisher: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development | ISBN: 0871208423 | PDF | 1 MB
During the technology boom of the 1980s and 1990s, computers seemed set to revolutionize education. Do any of these promises sound familiar?
-Technology would help all students learn better, thanks to multimedia programs capable of adapting to individual needs, learning styles, and skill levels.
-Technology would transform the teacher’s role from a purveyor of a one-size-fits-all curriculum to a facilitator of student exploration.
-Technology would replace static textbooks with dynamic, interactive learning resources that were always up-to-date.
-Technology would boost test scores, as engaged and motivated students acquired advanced skills, problem-solving abilities, and a growing thirst for knowledge.