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The use of technology for kids in this generation has boosted; research shows
that technology can have a positive affect on the learning of children in the
classroom. Technology has taught children skills that cannot be taught with out
technology while engaging the students.
Eliana Dockterman states that Research by MIT shows that students can
only remember 10% of what they read, 20% of what they hear and 50% of what
they see demonstrated. But when they are actually doing something themselvesin
the virtual worlds on iPads or laptopsthat retention rate skyrockets to 90%
(Dockterman 2). This research shows that online learning such as educational
games can severally impact a student causing them to comprehend more which is a
key concept to becoming a successful learner.
Although technology may lead to problems, for instance, Reports about the
rise of cyber bullying and sexual predators (Dockterman 1). The use of social media
can cause several problems but for privileges such as social media for a kid there
must be monitoring from a parent. Also new research suggests that social-
networking sites also offer unprecedented learning opportunities.
Another reason countless numbers of people agree with educational through
the internet is because At MITs Education Arcade, playing the empire-building
game Civilization piqued the students interest in history and was directly linked to
an improvement in the quality of their history-class reports(Dockterman 2). Online
games can engage a student into the subject. By engaging the student this will
motivate which is a key concept for becoming a effective individual.
In conclusion numerous people agree with the concept of online learning.
With out a doubt technology in the classroom and outside of the classroom has
enhanced the learning of children worldwide. Countless studies show that
technology can increase test scores, but it also gain interest in the student body.
Schools should be embracing online learning for positive results in the class room.