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The Evolution of Technology

By edallas
  • Laptops

    Laptops

    Laptops were introduce into education designated at certain schools as a part of a pilot program.
  • Multimedia

    Multimedia

    Schools began using videodiscs; object-oriented multimedia authoring tools to store content.
  • Smart Boards and Cassettes

    Smart Boards and Cassettes

    The primary method for introducing audio listening into lessons. Students can hear and interpret native speakers.
  • Internet

    Internet

    Schools are using Gopher internet servers to provide students with on-line information.
  • Digital Video & Virtual Reality/3D

    Digital Video & Virtual Reality/3D

    Digital video and virtual reality/3D were introduced into classrooms to encourage student participation. Students participated in virtual platforms using VR glasses and gloves.
  • World Wide Web

    World Wide Web

    Schools create web pages to share information and CD ROMs gain popularity in schools.
  • Interactive Whiteboard

    Interactive Whiteboard

    The first interactive whiteboard were introduced
  • Public Schools

    Public Schools

    90% of public schools now have access to the internet. (NCES) Teacher implement internet-based activities.
  • Social Media

    Social Media

    Social media was introduced to students. Many schools restricted access to platforms like Myspace due to content concerns.
  • iClicker

    iClicker

    Allow teachers to poll students and get results immediately.
  • iPad

    iPad

    Ipad (1 wireless device for every 3.4 students in US schools)