Educational Technology

1. Hurdles

1.1. Student Abuse

1.1.1. Cyberbullying

1.1.2. Distractions

1.1.3. Inappropriate Use

1.2. Online Dangers

1.2.1. Inappropriate Information

1.2.2. Internet Trolls

1.3. Equitable Access

2. Uses

2.1. Discovery-led Learning (Constructivism)

2.1.1. Simulations

2.1.2. Research Projects

2.1.3. Cooperative Learning

2.2. Differentiated Learning

2.2.1. Different Paces for Different Students

2.2.2. Immediate Feedback

2.2.3. Tailored Learning

2.2.4. Tracks Student Progress for Teachers

2.3. Collaboration Opportunities

2.3.1. Classroom

2.3.2. Grade Level

2.3.3. School

2.3.4. Community

2.3.5. Nation

2.3.6. World

2.4. Larger Audiences

2.4.1. Whole School

2.4.2. Community

2.4.3. Nation

2.4.4. World

2.5. Learning Opportunities Not Relying on Language (More Visual)

2.5.1. Dyslexic Students

2.5.2. ELL Students

3. Methods

3.1. Clear Expectations

3.2. Teacher Monitoring Systems

3.3. School Filters

4. Methods

4.1. One-to-One Device Programs

4.2. Loan Programs

4.3. Not Using as Reward for Early Finishers

5. Types of Access

5.1. Computer Labs

5.2. Laptop Carts

5.3. Classroom Devices

5.4. Student Devices (BYOD)

6. Types of Devices

6.1. Laptops

6.2. Desktops

6.3. Tablets

6.4. Mobile Phones

6.5. Smartboards