2. Technology & Modern Communication 1900-1920 The first
radio signal across the Atlantic ocean, cross continental telephone
call, talking motion picture, and radios with tuners are invented
1930-1950 The first tape recorder for broadcasting, computers put
into public service. Transistor invented Computers, sold
commercially. 1960-1980 Xerox invents the first successful fax
machine, ARPANET Internet started. The computer floppy disc
invented. First laptop computers sold to public, cellular phone
network started in the U.S. 1990-2000 Digital Decade The World Wide
Web invented, Web expands online news and information. Direct
Broadcast Satellite service and Microsoft Internet Explorer
launched 2001- Present Age of Media Convergence iPod and MP3 format
compressed digital files(2001), Instant message services,
MySpace(2003), Faceboo k(2004), YouTube(2005), and Twitter(2006)
debut.
3. Impact of Technology on Education Content Area Learning
Reading Comprehension Improved Test Scores Learner Motivation
Showed positive effects Statistically significant improvement
vocabulary development by providing students access to word
pronunciation, word meaning, and contextual information Multimedia
presentations (video, images, sound, text) create stronger memory
links than text alone. A study showed students were developing a
variety of competencies not usually measured Students can make
choices when navigating online, which is engaging for learners.
Technology can have a positive effect on student attitudes toward
learning, self-confidence, and selfesteem
4. Impact of Technology on Business Speed Accuracy Logging in
and out, updating inventory information and communicating is much
more effective Unless the coding or the inputs are wrong, there is
no chance a program can produce inaccurate data. Competition
increase in the evolution of technology and its application to
business. Confusion Companies who change the type of technology
they use, they need to retrain employees and often also customers.
Availability It is easy for competitors of all sizes to use and
learn. Making it difficult for business to keep up. Crime An
employee can embezzle funds and make it difficult to trace .
5. Cloud Computing Overview Cloud-based services offer many
solutions that address a variety of needs. Cloud-computing
providers can deliver fully enabled virtual computing settings.
Grants access from any connected device, easily and on demand.
Relevance 42% of K-12 schools and organizations implement some form
of cloud-computing Web-based applications work in any browser and
offer a deviceagnostic place for assignments, project materials and
submissions. Virtual computing it increases opportunities for
students to access more materials and equipment
6. Cloud Computing Cont. In Practice Chromebooks and one-toone
ClassLink at Public Schools Using Tools such as Google Drive,
Facebook, Twitter to receive real-time feedback Using free math
lessons for children in South Africa Future Saving money by using
cloud computing Increase efficiency Gain easier access to resources
Privacy policies understood by students
7. Use of Technology Professional Personal Texting Calling X X
X Reviewing X Entertainment X Research X X Money Management X X
Data Input X X
8. Questions 1. How do you suppose cloud computing will affect
the way assignments are completed in grades K-12? 2. How does
technology affect the way you communicate? 3. Is there a down side
of having technology so available?