Use of Technology in Classroom for Professional Development

Abstract

Abstract-Technology has modified the method of learning and teaching .Many learning theories can be used to apply and integrate this technology more effectively. There is a close relationship between technology and constructivism has got a close relationship. The implementation of each of these has merits for the other. Learning happens in situations, while technology focuses on the settings and programs which make learners be involved in. The latest efforts have been done to incorporate technology in classrooms based on the constructivist structure context. This paper aims at investigating. (a) benefits of the incorporation of technology into the classroom (b) successful technology integration into the classroom (c) factors contributing to teachers' use of technology (d) The application of learning theory by teachers to make technology more efficient (e) learning with technology: constructivist perspective and (f) constructivism as a framework for educational technology. This paper explains that if technology on its own can make the progress of education more efficient or not and if the existence of a complete instructional theory for technology is serious for indicating its positive effect on the learner is an important issue.

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