educational technology 2010 to 2020

  • VR headset

    VR headsets become more popular and introduced in schools. It allowed for students to see and learn information in their own virtual world so that they could learn it more precise and easier. It was used in schools especially in art to examine colors so that they could see it better and see it as if it was in front of their face.
  • siri

    Siri was used in schools especially for educational audiobooks, where instead of reading, classes would listen to Siri read the book so that they could comprehend it better. Siri was also used for scheduling timers or activities that the teachers or students wanted. It was more commonly used for students so that they wont forget to do their homework or any educational activity.
  • 3D Printer

    3D Printer was used in classrooms especially in art and designs. It was a advancement in technology where students were able to create art in 3D instead of just on paper. It was also used for classrooms learning experiences like teaching aids where you could build things like the solar system.
  • Samsung Galaxy Gear

    A watch that was created to act like a phone or tablet. This was used in classrooms especially for teachers so that they could set timers and see notes that they had written down while just looking at their wrists rather then using flash cards or walking to their desk. This was a impactful time for teachers and how they started using technology to teach.
  • digital textbooks

    digital textbooks were created and was probably the most impactful creation for schools. Students could buy a book via digital and because of this they could read anywhere and any time. They could also mark where they were and did not have the possibility of losing the book since it is online and you can download it again.
  • Real-time voice translation

    This was used in classrooms especially for students who did not know the common language. Whenever a teacher had a student who did not understand what they were teaching because they did not speak the same language, they would use voice translation to help the student understand it so they could learn.
  • Versal

    This was an app created to help teachers give full courses online using live videos, downloads and other stuff. It was used to give tests using multiple choice or short response questions. It also had educational games to help the student learn the material and to help them understand it when they are confused on a matter.
  • smart boards

    smart boards where one of the most influential technologies used in school and are still used today in some class rooms. It was created to make it easier for students to erase and write things on the board without having to run out of chalk or other things.
  • mobile education

    This is the most used form of education in that time and is still used today. Mobile education like Khan Academy were created and has been a stepping stone for technology in education.
  • educational apps

    educational apps
    educational apps were starting to be introduced in the classes to help keep students active such as kahoot and other apps. Teachers also started using homework and classes online due to Covid which caused everyone to stay home.
  • Chatgpt

    Chatgpt
    This is a fan favorite that was created by AI that students have used for years now. This tool helps students with homework and even study for tests and helps them with any needs they need. This is still popular today and is widely used.