How is technology revolutionizing the education?

Education is the integral part of our lives. The future of our nation and people relays on it. Old educational systems are now replaced by new ones with the help of technology. Technology has transformed the educational system completely. Use of computers, internet devices and electronic media has changed a lot of things. Without internet, you cannot imagine having a life. Internet service providers like Hughesnet internet packages made it possible to get education via the virtual education system even if you are living in a rural or remote area.

Following are some of the changes technology has made in our education system.

1. Learning material:  

In the past books were the only medium of education and there was no concept of mobile phones in schools and other educational institutions. But now books have been replaced by the electronic media for example students are now given slides and soft copies of the syllabus instead of books and hand written notes. They are more convenient, they are money as well, and they do not occupy more space and can be easily transferred from person to person.  You can use them in your mobiles and computers so they are easy to save. The concepts of the students become clearer as they gain knowledge from different sources instead of cramming from a single book. It increases ability of thinking and creativity. Articles and books from all over the world are available for the students to learn from.

2, Changes in classrooms

These days every class has a projector and sound system to show the students’ different subject related videos so they can connect with the subject easily. Black boards are white boards are rarely present in any class. The student records are also kept online. Computer labs are present in the educational institutes and students are given knowledge of it as it is a major part of our lives. Wi-Fi and internet devices are present in the institutions as well for the convenience of students.

3. Discussion forums:

Internet connects us with each other and it has shortened the distances so by use of internet educational institutes have made online discussion forum for teachers and students so they can connect with each other and solve the issues they might be facing in any subject or in general. Feedback is also a part of these discussions to make the system better than it is already. Surveys are also conducted for a better experience as per needs of students. Groups are also created including all the students of same grade so they can work as a team.

4. Use of online system:

From admission to applying for the degree everything has become online. Every student is provided with their unique login accounts from the institute to keep track of their grades etc. the system is made for the convenience of the students. The assignments and projects are submitted online. Exams are also conducted online for the students taking virtual classes. All the students and staff records are maintained online.

5. Virtual classes:

Virtual classes have become very common and they help students of all ages, fields are areas to study what they want to without making a physical presence in the classrooms. Students who cannot attend classes due to any issue are able to take online classes and their exams are also conducted online. They keep in touch with the students and other teachers online if they need. It helps the students who are working or housewives to study what they want without having to leave their house.

6. Global connection:

With the use of new technology students can get information about anything they want. They can read E-books and gather relevant date from online websites and portals. It increases their knowledge and also gives them the opportunity to have a broader perspective about things. Some universities are offering online certificate course to students living abroad which allows students to improve their overall learning. Students are able to connect with the experts all around the world. Certificates and diplomas are given which increases the worth of the resume of the students.

7. Learning through real life examples:

Internet provides us with news and information from the globe so it is easy for the student and the teacher to relate the real life incidents and situations with the information they are given in the books etc. it makes learning easy and effective as is it easier to remember things that way. 

8. Practical example of theory: 

With the advancement in technology theoretical knowledge can be tested practically these days with the use of highly equipped labs and instruments. It easy and beneficial for students to understand what they are being taught when they see a practical example of it.  

9. Internship/job opportunities:

The technology is growing very fast and it is very easy for students with the help of internet to find their field related internship opportunities where they can do on the job training along with the studies.