The Early Days of EdTech:
What year was the term "e-learning" used?
1999
How might emerging technologies change the way education is structured and ran?
Enabling new models of teaching and learning in the classroom.
How has EdTech changed the way students access educational resources?
Growth of online platforms, students have access to a variety of educational materials beyond textbooks and classroom lectures.
What are some of the main challenges facing educators and institutions when it comes to implementing EdTech?
Lack of funding and resources.
What is the drawbacks to using AI technology in the classroom?
It only works for certain domains.
What are some of the earliest forms of EdTech?
Earliest forms of EdTech included computer-based training, and multimedia CD-ROMs.
What are some of the benefits of using online learning tools and platforms?
Accessibility and flexibility
What is the concern and impact that AI has?
AI, has been getting better, but cannot promise to what others claim it can do.
How has the role of technology in education evolved over the past two decades?
Education has evolved over the past two decades, from simple tools like presentation to and adaptive learning platforms.
This technology is used to create secure, records of educational achievements.
Blockchains
How did early EdTech initiatives impact teaching and learning?
Early initiatives had a significant impact on teaching and learning by making educational resources more available.
How might emerging technologies help to improve student engagement and motivation?
By providing interactive and immersive learning experiences, communication, and personalizing learning.
What are some the issues associated with online textbooks?
Accessibility, Cost, and Limited interactivity.
How can institutions use EdTech to address the needs of students with diverse learning styles and abilities?
Providing personalized learning experiences, adaptive assessments, and opportunities.
This technology allows people to communicate with each other in real-time regardless of their location.
Video conference call.
What are some challenges associated with implementing early EdTech?
Lack of infrastructure, limited access to technology.
What role do students play in shaping the technologies in higher education?
By providing feedback and insights, for new tools.
What is one the modern impacts that E-learning has today?
E-learning tools are much more cost effective.
What are some of the risks associated with relying too heavily on technology in education?
Potential for distraction, and lack of face-to-face interaction between teacher and student.
This type of digital credential can be earned to demonstrate skills.
Badge
What were some of the primary goals of early EdTech initiatives?
The primary goals of early EdTech initiatives were to improve access to educational resources, increase efficiency in teaching and learning, and enhance the learning experience for students.
How can higher education institutions ensure access to emerging technologies for all students?
Higher education institutions can ensure access to emerging technologies for all students by providing support, addressing barriers to access digital content.
What are some of the major impacts in EdTech over the past 20 years?
Eise of online learning, the increasing use of mobile devices in education.
How can EdTech be used to help students develop important skills such as critical thinking and problem solving?
Providing opportunities for exploration and experimentation.
This technology allows for the creation of digital portfolios.
E-portfolios