Title: How Instructional Technology Can Improve the Learning Process | LSU Online
Headings: How Instructional Technology Can Improve the Learning Process
How Instructional Technology Can Improve the Learning Process
What Is Instructional Technology?
The Role of Technology in Modern Classrooms
Uses of Instructional Technology
Collaborative Learning
Virtual Classrooms and Online Learning
Real-Time Feedback
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Content: Virtual Classrooms and Online Learning
Virtual classrooms can be a useful tool at every level of education. One common challenge of the traditional classroom environment is that students learn at their own pace, so teachers need to find a way to tailor their lesson plans to the average learner, rather than addressing each student’s unique needs. Online courses level the playing field and provide students with the time and resources to develop the skills they need. For example, students could listen to a lecture for a second time if they didn’t immediately grasp the subject matter or move ahead to the next one if they grasp a particular subject quickly. On top of this, online learning provides access to a wider array of topics, giving students opportunities to enrich their education by taking courses that their schools might not offer. Real-Time Feedback
Instructional technology provides better capabilities for gathering or providing feedback compared with more traditional methods. Teachers can use a variety of digital tools to gauge where their students are in a particular lesson. For example, teachers might conduct an online survey of students’ current understanding of a topic to gain insight into where they should focus the next lesson. Or they might opt for using digital education software so they can provide immediate feedback to students on lessons and homework, which could help keep students on track with learning objectives. Some schools have even been piloting virtual reality classrooms, where teachers can rehearse lessons or work through professional challenges in an artificial environment, helping them hone their abilities without negatively impacting real students.