ARTICLE 2

ADVANTAGEDS AND DISADVANTAGES OF MODERN TECHNOLOGY IN

STUDENTS LIFE

While computers, smartphones, and increasing internet speeds can boost the process
of learning, students should be aware of the potential dangers modern technology
may cause.

In modern times, technological advancements have deeply influenced education. In

the fields of medicine, engineering, and architecture, modern technology has made
things better and easier. But technology, like other things, has its drawbacks. There
are widespread allegations that some recent inventions are making students lazy and
contributing to obesity and other issues.

Mobile devices, computers, and other technological wonders are now being used in
the classroom. There is no doubt that they are beneficial, but in some cases, they
have negative implications too. In this post, we will discuss the pros and cons of
modern technology in education.

Advantages
Modern technology is mostly seen as a blessing for learners. The widespread use of
mobile devices and the internet have made learning easier. Here are a few
advantages of modern technology in education:

Independent learning has become easier and more effective

The internet can provide you with information in any field. No matter what you need to
know, you can easily find that online. You can not always trust the data and the
source, but you can still use them as educational resources. Students can use the
internet without the assistance of their teachers or parents.

It is noticed that many students get too busy with other activities and fail to focus on
their assignments. Many students use writing services to get their academic papers
written by professional writers. Whenever I get too busy, I hire a professional writer
and tell the writer to write my paper Canada. When students learn on their own, they
also have to take responsibilities when they fail to do something. Hiring a writing
service can be necessary in some situations.

Website content and electronic books are regularly updated, and as a result, learners
can easily get current information. Students can learn many things even if they do not
attend classes.

Good preparation for the future

It is pretty obvious that learning in the future will be technology-based. Students who
are using technology now will find it easy to compete in the future. That is why
students should be encouraged to collaborate and communicate using digital
technology. It is assumed that technology will play a key role in education in the
future.
Using digital technology in student life is a good thing because it prepares students for
the technology-based competitive world of the future. When these learners grow up,
they will be comfortable with digital devices. If they need to learn a new skill, they will
quickly learn it.

Modern technology has lowered tuition and textbook prices

More resources are available now, and those resources are easily accessible.
Students are now less dependent on textbooks, and as a result, the cost of textbooks
has decreased. Many learners are not buying physical textbooks. Rather, they are
now using e-books. Hundreds of thousands of books are now being converted into
digital format.
As students are learning online, they are less dependent on tuition. As a result, the
price of tuition has decreased. Students can now get world-class education very
easily. When they learn using digital devices, they do not have a lot of transportation
and utility bills. As a result, both rich and poor students receive a high-quality
education at a low cost.

Learning with technology is much more interesting

There was a time when students had very few tools for learning. But in this age of
digital technology, learners can use a host of learning tools, including mobile devices,
computers, and other tools. They can find information on just about anything if they
just know how to use the internet in a constructive way.
When students use these tools, learning becomes very interesting. If they do not
enjoy something, they can learn it in a host of ways. With images, graphics, and
videos, lessons can be delivered in more interesting ways.

New teaching methods are being developed

Thanks to the advancement of modern technology, new and effective teaching
methods are being developed. Teacher and professors are now using different
teaching methods such as social media, blogs, and podcasts. Many educational
institutions are now using web conferencing technologies.

Teachers are also using some universal tools to meet the needs of all types of
students. Many learners have special needs, and it is no longer difficult to teach those
students. Tools such as a text-to-speech converter, voice recognition, volume control,
and translator have made teaching and learning fun.

Disadvantages
It is also important to remember that modern technology is not an unmixed blessing
for students. The main allegation against digital devices is that these devices are
making students lazy. Now we are going to discuss the disadvantages of modern
technology.

Lack of interest in hard work

Due to the availability of all types of information online, many students are now
becoming lazy. They no longer want to study the hard way. Some students even do
not attend classes, mistakenly thinking that everything can be found online. They think
that teachers are no longer necessary.

As a result, many students are neglecting the basics of education. As they forget the
basics, they can not learn advanced lessons. Due to using spell checkers, many boys
and girls are not learning how to spell words correctly. When it comes to solving
mathematical equations, students rely on computers. Using search engines, they try
to find the answers directly.

Potential pitfalls
There is no doubt that computers are an amazing educational tool, but computers
also create a lot of problems. Sometimes students miss assignments due to computer
malfunctions and other technical problems. As a result, sometimes, students have to
deal with a lot of stress. Students have to face issues due to slow internet connections,
and they feel de-motivated.

Students also browse websites that are not related to their studies, and thus, they
waste a lot of time. Digital devices create distractions, and students find it hard to
focus on what really matters to them.

Misuse of technology
Mobile devices, computers, and other technologies are usually seen as tools of
entertainment, not of education. Textbooks are known as just tools for learning. This
is the teaching of consumerism, and it has a negative effect on students. We may not
think a lot about the misuse of technology, but it is a major problem for students.

That is why when a student uses a tablet, he or she views it as a tool of entertainment.
They tend to learn only from textbooks and use computers and mobile devices to play
games. Unfortunately, this is the case with most students.

Instructional challenges
Professors and teacher, if not trained regularly, often fail to instruct their students.
Teachers who are used to teach in traditional methods sometimes cannot stay
abreast with technology. Some teachers shun technology because they do not find it
convenient to use technology.

Most teachers think that technology has a negative effect on the attention span of
their pupils. This belief may be subjective, but it’s true that technology can change the
way we learn.

When it comes to teaching and learning, technology has both advantages and
disadvantages. But the drawbacks can be kept to a minimum if we can figure out the
right way to use technology in education.