Timeline: The Development of Educational Technology

7 BCE

Written Communication

The use of written materials in education dates back to 7 BC. Usage written materials in education was more advantageous for learning because people could produce and access them.

1925

Radio

The use of radio in education started in 1925. Lessons were sent to schools via radio station. It can be said that this type of learning is the the first examples of distance learning.

1925

Film Projector

The film projectors were used to supply students visual contents in classrooms. Teachers used audio recording with film projectors. They were used used until the early 1980s.

1938

Photocopier

The photocopier was invented in 1938; however, it was not used in common until 1959. It made big changes in education. Teachers had an opportunity to increase course materials.

1960

Television

The first usage of television in education is dated to 1960s. It has lots of advantages such as educational, entertaining and visual. These contents have positive effects for the education of the students.

1974

Personal Computer

Personal computer dates back to 1974. With the development of the computer industry, innovations in education began to increase. They are indispensable devices for distance education.

1985

CD ROM Drive

The use of CD ROM drive had opportunities for learning. Teachers could save lots of materials in one disc by using them. They are portable and suitable for large storage.

1990

World Wide Web

It was invented in 1990 and released after a year. It was started to use by public after two years. It made important changes in education and in the world. İnformation, news and innovations became more accessible for people.

1997

Social Media

Six Degrees is accepted as the first social media site. Even if it is not for education at all, there are other platforms that are used for education. YouTube and LinkedIn are suitable for education.

2010

Tablets

The use of tablets in the classrooms have a lot of opportunities for students and teachers. Teachers do not have to give materials such as book. Tablets have lots of contents such as visual, audial. These materials increase the attention of the students.

2021