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The Boston Latin School became the first public school to open in the U.S. https://www.americanboard.org/blog/11-facts-about-the-history-of-education-in-america/
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These were wooden pallets used in the classroom. They would have the lesson written on them. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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Images from glass panels are projected on the wall when the classroom was dark. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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The chalkboard being invented made it easier for teachers to explain and demonstrate concepts during their lecture. https://www.ukeducationalfurniture.co.uk/news/information/the-evolution-of-the-classroom/
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The pencil became a common tool for students to use during class. They were a lot easier to use than ink. https://www.ukeducationalfurniture.co.uk/news/information/the-evolution-of-the-classroom/
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Every existing state in the U.S. required students to complete elementary school. https://www.americanboard.org/blog/11-facts-about-the-history-of-education-in-america/
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Radios began to be used in the classroom. Students could listen to a class through the radio. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
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Films were projected onto a screen or the wall. Students could watch educational videos. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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The overhead projector was invented and introduced into classrooms. Over time it became a very useful tool for teachers and students. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
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The TV was introduced to a classroom in Los Angeles for the first time. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/
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Headphones were used in the classroom for language labs. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/
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Videotapes were used to provide alternate ways of classroom instruction. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
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Students could watch the news on a television in class. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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Teachers used photocopiers in order to create copies of assignments for students. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
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Students can learn foreign languages using ESL education. (Page 204)
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Students were now able to have a handheld calculator to use during their mathematics classes. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
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A teacher could use this to grade multiple choice quizzes or tests. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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Computers were introduced to the classroom. Students could now have interactive assignments online. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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Being able to understand and use a computer was now a requirement for high schoolers to graduate. (Page 190)
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Teachers were allowed to search a student without a warrant if it was deemed necessary. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg
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Schools were allowed to prohibit inappropriate languages on school ground. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg
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Project CHILD began in Florida. It's a development that demonstrates different technological changes to teaching that would incorporate technology into the classroom. (Page 209)
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Drug testing was now allowed in schooling if deemed necessary. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg
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Technology Infusion Project was used to help teachers understand proper ways to use technology in the classroom. (Page 216)
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This is a combination of a whiteboard and a computer. Teachers and students could use this for interactive activities. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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Almost 99% of schools have access to the internet for their students and teachers. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/
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These printers could be used to print things in 3-D. They were used mostly in math and art classed. (Page 203-204)
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It was established that students' right to freedom of speech does not include the discussion of illegal activities on school grounds. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg
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These games use simulations to teach students about multiple topics. (Page 202)
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A student could use an iPad for assignments and activities online. These were very helpful because of their touchscreen capabilities. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/
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The National Education Plan called for more integration of technology into schools across the nation. (Page 190)
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85% of od adults reported using the internet. (Page 217)
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Schools that consist mostly of minority groups tend to have less access to technology. (Page 217)
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About 90% of teens had access to technology. https://elearninginfographics.com/wp-content/uploads/How-Technology-in-Schools-Has-Changed-Over-Time-Infographic.png
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300,000 students were enrolled fulltime in schools online. (Page 205)
