Lesson 3: Roles of EDTECH in Learning

   Now that we have been introduced to the comprehensive meaning of educational technology, its history, and its boons and banes, let us now dwell on the roles of ED.TECH. in the teaching-learning process from 2 different perspectives 
(Traditional and Constructivist).

    


   
   Whatever role the technology may play, when it is used effectively, research shows that technology “increases students’ learning, understanding and achievement but also augments motivation to learn, encourages collaborative learning and supports development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills”(Schacter and Fagnan0, 1999). In other words, if technology is implemented in the right way, then effective learning outcomes will be realized. The teacher must be aware on the proper usage of technology to promote a learner-centered learning environment. With the use of technology, he/she must enable students to develop their divergent and critical thinking, as well as their multiple intelligences. He/she must also engage learners in an active and cooperative learning process.