In present scenario the definition of the term ‘educational technology’ has evolved to a large extent which includes the integration of different methodologies, digital tools and philosophies. A contemporary definition of education technology can be refer to as a holistic framework that integrates the digital tools to facilitate learning and will help to improve the educational outcomes.
I have read the article A short history of educational technology, and it was very interesting to see the changes that took place in the field of education from teaching through blackboards and books to using digital tools and innovations for teaching in modern era. The article focus on the role of radio and television in distance education and then highlights the impact of computer assisted learning and internet in teaching. the motive of the article is to explain how advancement in technology has reshaped the practices in education.
My understanding and practice of using educational technology has evolved in multiple ways. When I was a student my teachers were using books and blackboards to teach us and gradually these blackboards were transformed into smart boards and the studies became more interesting for us because of these smart boards. Then slowly and gradually the use of computers and technology has increased in the field of education for different purposes. As I became a teacher I can see a drastic change in the field of education because of these digital tools as they have opened the way for deep learning and connections. Technology advancement in education has made the learning process more flexible, interactive and adaptive for the students as well as the teacher. As per my view point educational technology is something more then a tool as it is accessible to everyone and it allows life long learning for all the individual which was not possible earlier.
Right, Aayushi. As a student, I also witnessed chalk and board being used by my teachers to teach us. Nowadays, we can see that students have access to so many new technological devices and these devices are helping to make the teaching-learning process more effective. I agree with your view concerning the availability of technological advancement to all learners.
Great post, Ayushi! I like how you illustrated the change of educational technology over time, moving from blackboards to smart boards and beyond. Your own observations regarding the transition from analog to digital tools are in sync with the ways in which technology has changed not only how we teach, but also how we learn. It’s encouraging to hear how technology is enabling more flexible and lifetime learning, especially for today’s students and instructors. Eager to read more in the future!”
Hey Ayushi,
Your perspective shows how educational technology has changed learning away from blackboards and toward digital tools, making it more engaging and accessible. I think this is an important transformation making class more engaging. As a student, you witnessed the move to smart boards, and now that you are a teacher, you realize how technology has enhanced learning and created flexible opportunities for both students and educators.