TEACHER, TEACHING, TECHNOLOGY

MARITES M. DE LEON

Recent years have seen a notable improvement in schooling due to technology. Due to the internet's extensive use and the increasing acceptance of gadgets like laptops, tablets, and smartphones, educators and students now have access to a multitude of previously unattainable data and tools. The capacity for students to access resources and information at any time and from any location is a significant advantage of technology in the classroom. Students may now readily get the answers to their inquiries and do homework from the comfort of their homes thanks to easy access to the internet. Students can learn at their own pace and can select when and where they study thanks to this flexibility.

Customizing instruction is one more way that technology improves education. Teachers may now tailor lesson plans and assignments to the unique needs and skills of their students by using adaptive learning software. Because they can concentrate on the subjects and abilities that are most pertinent to their needs, students who receive this tailored approach to education may feel more interested and motivated to learn. Teachers may now collaborate and share resources more easily because of technology. Teachers can communicate with one another and exchange lesson ideas, exercises, and other teaching resources by using social media and Internet platforms. Teachers can save time and effort while preparing their lesson plans by working together to remain current on the newest teaching methods.

Apart from these advantages, technology has also enabled pupils to acquire knowledge from an expanded array of sources. Students may now access lectures, films, and other educational resources from some of the best specialists and institutions in the world thanks to the internet. This can increase students' comprehension and appreciation of various subjects by exposing them to a wide range of viewpoints and experiences. Finally, the ability of children with impairments to engage in the classroom has also been facilitated by technology.

Assistive technology, including electronic magnifiers and text-to-speech software, has made it easier for students with vision or hearing impairments to engage in class discussions and activities. In general, there is no denying that technology has a good influence on education. Technology has completely changed the way we learn, creating new opportunities for both teachers and students. These opportunities include more flexibility and personalized learning, as well as the capacity to interact and access a vast array of materials.

-oOoThe author is Teacher -III at San Juan High School - Mexico