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Ipads
In 2010, a major shift in educational technology was spurred by the increased availability and affordability of tablet computers like the iPad. These devices made it easier for students to access educational apps and online learning resources on a portable device, impacting how students learned inside and outside the classroom. -
Chromebooks
In 2011, the rise of affordable mobile devices like Chromebooks and the continued integration of tablets like iPads in the classroom played a significant role in the evolution of educational technology. -
Online Learning Platform
In 2012, several events significantly propelled the evolution of educational technology. Key trends included the increasing focus on mobile learning, the rise of online learning platforms like Coursera and edX, and the growing prominence of digital textbooks and personalized learning. -
Google Classroom
Google Classroom eventually became one of the most widely used Learning Management Systems (LMS), transforming K–12 and higher education with cloud-based, collaborative learning. -
Digital Divide
In 2014, the evolution of educational technology saw a push towards incorporating technology into early childhood education and addressing the digital divide. -
Flipped Learning
In 2015, flipped learning technology and personalized learning platforms played a significant role in the evolution of educational technology. Flipped learning, which involves students watching lectures outside of class and completing homework in class, gained traction. -
STEM Education
In 2016, a significant event pushing the evolution of educational technology was the increasing focus on computer science education for all students, as declared by President Obama. This initiative aimed to prepare students for the digital economy. Another key trend was the rise of personalized learning -
AR/VR in Classroom
In 2017 and 2018, virtual and augmented reality tools offered students experiences where they could learn immersive hands on activities -
AI and Personalized Learning
In 2019, significant events that advanced educational technology included the growing adoption of AI and machine learning for personalization -
Remote learning
In 2020, the covid-19 pandemic forced a global shift to online learning. Video classrooms became the new default classrooms.