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Computer use for schools
By Michael Tardi in Uncategorized on September 18, 2023.
Computer use over the years
Computer usage in the class environments have greatly increased over the years. Computers are the future and will help students and teachers alike by using them. But first and foremost computers need to be seen in the hands of students at school.
- 2019-2020 45% of schools had computers for it students
- 37% of schools had computers for each grade and classroom
- 39% of computers stay in there designated locations
- 1/3 of computers given to students are carried around with them
Inequities in computer use
During the pandemic poorer students were affected the most and the inequities were greatly highlighted by it.
- Two-thirds of Americans own smartphones
- Only 61% of homes have high-speed internet on average
- Six in 10 schools with high levels in poverty passed out electronic devices to those who needed them
- During the pandemic schools distributed computers to those who didn’t have them
- 31% of teachers said that their students’ lack of access to devices and high-speed internet interfered with instruction.
Importance of computers in schools
Computer use in schools is of great importance. Not only can students learn through them if another problem like the pandemic happens. But they can access all kinds of information as well. They can research topic through articles on the internet and learn and understand more about a topic. Everyone needs access to a computer whether it be given by the schools or purchased personally.
The Exciting New World of AI
By suazorog September 18, 2023
The education world has been introduced to the use of generative AI tools in the classrooms and has been the center of conversation for educators for the past months. Many are uncertain whether the use of generative AI is a burden in education or an exciting new tool for students and teachers to use. As technology continues to develop, AI will continue to grow, and is necessary to understand how this technology may benefit classrooms.
Classroom Advantages with AI
- Creating interactive and mentally stimulating lesson plans and activities.
- AI can help teachers and students stay up to date with the latest topics that can contribute to the class.
- Reduces workload of teachers and educators allowing, more focus on the students and their needs
The benefits of AI to students
With AI we are able to provide more support to the students individually.
- Personalize learning by tailoring it to the student’s needs.
- Providing immediate feedback to the student, offering guidance.
- The creation of programs that will help further the learning experience of the students while mentally stimulating them.
In conclusion
Education is constantly changing and as educators, it is our duty to adapt to these changes to further the learning experience and growth of the students who are also adapting to the new world of technology as well. It is exciting to see how far AI can take us.
Podcasts in the Classroom
As the use of podcasts has become more popular, integrating the listening of a podcast into a class lesson could be extremely beneficial. Some students share that by listening to the audio and following along with the words actually keeps them engages, reducing the amount of zoning out. Additionally, podcasts aid in learning language through listening comprehension, which is a key component to a child “decoding” a conversation.
Benefits of Using a Web Filter for Digital Learning
When reading this article from Twitter, I found out a lot of really interesting facts. From the title, I thought I would just read out how using a filter on the web prevents students from seeing unnecessary and inappropriate things and how that is important in school settings. While that is true, that wasn’t all I found. Bixler pointed out six benefits of using web filter software to the classroom in grades K-12.
First, she pointed out the obvious (to me anyway!) that it keeps students safe. Being on computers during school is necessary, but schools can block websites and add block lists to their filters to ensure students don’t see things they shouldn’t.
The second benefit is helping students stay focused. She made a point of addressing how easily it is to get distracted online and it’s something everyone does. Schools can block websites of distracting websites so students can stay on track.
The next benefit is something I wasn’t expecting to see. Using a web filter can help students with mental wellness support so they can learn. Alerts can be sent to the school and the parents about students mental wellness. If they are researching something that seems off it will send an alert to help the student. I think this is a wonderful filter to have in place.
The fourth benefit is allowing learners to explore without their privacy or devices being compromised. Web filtering stops malware attacks. Malware is things like viruses or spyware that try to compromise your identity. So with web filters you can feel safe.
The next benefit is that it supports digital citizenship practice. Sometimes a student may come across a website that is blocked. The teacher can have the opportunity to view the site and decide if it’s school appropriate and then unblock it. It save the IT department and the school time and then it gives the student some accountability towards making decision.
The last benefit Bixler pointed out was that web filters help students work remotely without learning being disrupted. Web filters working in and out of schools ensure that school work can be done anywhere. Not all filters are created the same so be sure to check what your filter will and will not allow.