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Integrating Technology in the Classroom
Integrating technology in the classroom makes learning more interactive and dynamic
December 29, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
As online communication technologies become more
affordable and available, its uses have broadened. One
particularly useful application for web conferencing tools
and applications has been integrating technology in the
classroom. The creation of a virtual classroom space can
positively benefit the learning experience both for students
and teachers.
A recent
Campus Technology article by Judith V. Boettcher
addresses these issues. Synchronous learning and
collaboration technologies create an interactive environment
for students. Text chatting allows for a question and answer
environment that is less intimidating than the physical
classroom. This provides a more collaborative situation than
an asynchronous tool like a message board or forum.
The tools available for synchronous education can make a
difference in the level of student and teacher interaction.
Videoconferencing can make it feel more like the traditional
classroom, while audio conference integration allows for
more seamless interactivity. Many colleges and universities
that hold online classes are seeking out these technologies
more and more, so that the learning experience is fuller and
richer.
Asynchronous online learning has been boosting classroom
activities in recent years. Now through synchronous
education tools, learning online can be just as
collaborative and interactive, but with even greater
efficiency. More importantly, the real-time nature of
presenting, discussing, and learning online can help online
learners to feel like they are spontaneously and naturally
learning together.
Synchronous tools also allow the instructor to pass the
teaching torch onto the students through discussions. The
creation of virtual classrooms through this technological
integration opens up many learning possibilities for
students in physical and online courses.
About the Author
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and
contributor to Web-Conferencing-Zone.com. Your
definitive guide to web conferencing services, online
collaboration software and web meetings for business.
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