Advantage and Disadvantage of Technology in Education

Advantage and Disadvantage of technology in education
Technological advancements have made the world a great and convenient place to live in. There is no denying
of how they make lives better and easier, especially in the fields of science, medicine and education. But like
most things, technology also has its drawbacks. In fact, some of the more recent inventions are now being
categorized as lazy aids, and are considered major contributors of obesity and a generally unhealthy
population.
5 examples of the advantages of technology Education
1. Promotes Independent learning in students.

-The internet is a treasure trove of information. Practically anything you need to know can be found
online. Although there is a question of the credibility of the source and the data provided, it can still
serve as an educational resource for students. Even without assistance from parents and teachers,
students can just look up their lessons online.
2. Prepares students for the future.

-From the way technological advancements are going, it is obvious that the future will be digital and
technology focused. If students are well-versed on using technology to collaborate and
communicate as early as now, they will not have trouble fitting in, competing and finding jobs in the
future. Being familiar with using at least one form of technology at an early age will help them
become comfortable using it, and eventually develop other skills necessary to handle other
innovative devices and processes.
3. Has the potential to lower textbook and tuition prices.

-With resources more accessible and in great abundance, the cost of textbooks is likely to
decrease. It is also possible that students may no longer need to buy a textbook, if it is converted
into digital format. The actual books can stay in the classroom, while the content is saved on a
student’s computer.
Tuition will also decrease when learning is done online, rather than inside the classroom. By taking
out the factors that contribute to a higher tuition fee, such as utility bills and transportation
allowance of teachers, the overall cost of education will be lower.
4. Allows teachers to create an exciting way to educate students.

-Gone are days when the only tools for teaching are limited to books, a blackboard or whiteboard,
and a chalk or markers. With technology integrated to education, teachers can now incorporate
images, videos and other graphics when delivering lessons. Specific websites, apps and programs
will also enable teachers to vary how they provide instructions. This creates an exciting learning
environment and promotes interest in education in general.
5. Encourages development of new teaching methods.

-Rather than spend an hour or so talking while the students listen, or have them read an entire
chapter in silence, teachers and professors now have the option to use advance teaching methods,
such as podcasts, blogs and social media. When working with a particular group or one-on-one,
teachers can take advantage of web conferencing technologies other online communication tools.
Technology also presents universal tools that enable teachers to educate all types of students,
including those who are struggling or have special needs. These include voice recognition, text-to-
speech converter, translator, volume control, word prediction software and other assistive
technologies.
5 Examples of the Disadvantages of technology in Education
1. Results in lack of interest in Studying

-Because everything is now accessible online or through data saved in a computer or mobile devices,
students are likely to develop poor studying habits and a lazy attitude towards education. Some of them
may even think they can skip school because they can find answers and lessons online. Who needs
teacher when you have internet and Google, right?
This can also lead to students forgetting the basics of studying. They would rather rely on computer and
the internet, instead of their books and the input from their teachers. Most of them will misspell words
because they often use spell checkers. Rather than solve mathematical equations the traditional way,
they would seek assistance from computers or look for the answers directly through search engines.
When it is time to take the tests in the classroom and without any form of technology, students are likely
to fail.
2. Make students vulnerable to potential pitfall

-While computers prove to be an invaluable educational tool, it can also be a source of problems. This
is especially true for students who lack the skills needed to maximize a device’s functionalities.
Technical problems and computer malfunctions can cause loss of assignments and other materials,
resulting in high levels of stress that students. Add to this other things that they will discover online,
which are completely unrelated to school and education, and they will be distracted to no end.
3. Negative views on technology
-Consumerism has taught us that technologies, from computers to mobile devices, are widely viewed
as tools for learning. So, between a tablet and a textbook, students are likely to gravitate towards
learning when reading a book, while they are likely to use a tablet to play games or spent time on social
media.
4. Raise instructional challenges

-For professors and teachers to stay abreast with technology, they may need to be retrained. Those
who have been teaching all their lives using traditional methods may not be very susceptible to the
changes being applied. They may even see it as threat to their job security and shun technology
altogether. In fact, a majority of teachers believe that constant use of digital technology is affecting a
student’s attention span and his ability to persevere when a challenging task is thrown his way.
Although such belief is subjective, scholars, experts and teachers all agree that technology has
changed the way students learn.
5. Can diminish overall value of in-person education

-Although research on online learning did not establish a direct link to how personal interaction affects a
student’s performance, data gathered did show that those who enrolled in online courses have higher
chances of failing, dropping out of classes, and are less likely to benefit from them. This may have
something to do with the fact that lessons delivered online or through digital resources lack the face-to-
face interaction between teacher and student that provides a more personal experience.
CONCLUSION:
Integrating technology in education has its advantages and disadvantages, but proper implementation
might help keep the drawbacks to a minimum. Better planning is necessary.
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5 examples of the advantages of technology Education

1. Promotes Independent learning in students.

2. Prepares students for the future.

3. Has the potential to lower textbook and tuition prices.

4. Allows teachers to create an exciting way to educate students.

5. Encourages development of new teaching methods.

5 Examples of the Disadvantages of technology in Education

1. Results in lack of interest in Studying

2. Make students vulnerable to potential pitfall

4. Raise instructional challenges

5. Can diminish overall value of in-person education

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