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Overhead Projector
Overhead Projectors are used as visual aids to help the learner view a visual representation of the content to be learnt. Teachers can use this tool to display diagrams and pictures which can be viewed by the entire class.
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Evolution of Educational Technology
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The PLATO instructional computing system
This devise was widely was used in college and K-12 classrooms to input data on an electronic device.In addition to being used successfully as a teaching tool with instructional activities for learners, PLATO also spawned one of the first successful online communities. In many ways, PLATO’s development foreshadowed the Internet.
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IBM brings out the MT/ST
This technology was a Magnetic Tape/Selectric Typewriter which allowed typed material to be edited without having to retype the whole text again. This development marked the beginning of word processing as it is known today. Students can use this device to type formal letters and present class assignments in an organized manner.
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Handheld Graphing Calculator
This device made doing mathematical calculations easier. Teachers and students can use calculators for tallying large numbers and to recheck mathematical calculations done manually.
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Email
This invention fostered a paperless distribution of mails and allowed information written/typed to be received in a shorter time. Teachers can communicate with students over long distances about required class assignments.
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3.5 inch Floppy Drive
Sony introduced the first 3 ½-inch floppy drives and diskettes which were used to store small sizes of data from work done using the computer. This is an important way to record gained in the classroom.
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CD-ROM
The release of CD-ROM players for computers allowed greater storage memory or files which was used for learning. Learners are able to store and retrieve various musical items on this device.
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Smartboard
Smart-boards are interactive whiteboards that are designed to be used as a large display screen that could control computer applications. It allows teachers and larners to digitally save work written manually on the board.
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USB Flashdrive
This device is a simple storage device used to store music, pictures and documents. Students will therefore require less physical textbooks and stationery tools,leading to the carrying lighter school bags which reduces spinal problems caused by carrying heavy bags.
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Facebook
This software is a social media site which allows individuals to develop their networking and communications skills. Students can use this software to perform group work exercises and for the distribution of information to others.
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Ipad
This is a user-friendly handheld devise which does the work of a large computer. It can be used to store and retrieve soft-copy textbooks for students and be used as a learning to due to its easy access to the internet and other features.
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Apple Watch
This device involves making a computer into the watch and it provides a simple device with multiple capabilities to enhance learning. Students can record and store valuable information on this device that was presented by teachers.
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Robotic Teaching Aid
I predict that this device may be used in the future to assist teachers with the supervision of students, distributing class resources and the correcting of test scripts.
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