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Incorporating Technology into the Adolescent Classroom of Today

Technology has been developing at such a rapid speed it has become very important to society today. Adolescents in schools have mastered the ability to multitask, often completing homework while also engaging in other activities involving technology. Students of today are in constant need of new and exciting activities and teaching methods in order to be engaged and motivated. They have been raised in a world of developing technology and this has affected their learning experience from birth.

The development of technology:

THE PAST...

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Google [Image of Telephone]. (n.d.). Retrieved July 15, 2008, from http://www.durbanchamber.co.za/ chamber/user_data/images/tn_old_telephone.jpg

Google [Image of Walkman]. (n.d.). Retrieved July 15, 2008, from http://www.spiegel.de/img/ 0,1020,357944,00.jpg

Google [Image of Overhead]. (n.d.). Retrieved July 15, 2008, from http://www.audiolinks.com/Buhl/ 9014ed.jpg

THE PRESENT...

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THE FUTURE...

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It is important to consider the following statement as a parent, teacher and/or administrator. The literature associated with using technology in classrooms has argued that there is a positive correlation between the two.

Why should students be deprived of these tools?

This website has been designed primarily to provide high school teachers with ideas for lessons in poetry and Shakespeare while incorporating technology. This transition is not always easy, but with some help, anything is possible.

How does technology benefit adolescent students in the classroom?

  • It helps increase their self confidence.
  • It teaches additional skills for the workforce and their future.
  • It makes learning easier and fun!

Ideas for Using Technology in your Classroom

Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Poetry and Technology
Shakespeare and Technology