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First Public School in the United States
The Boston Latin School became the first public school to open in the U.S. https://www.americanboard.org/blog/11-facts-about-the-history-of-education-in-america/ -
Hornbook
These were wooden pallets used in the classroom. They would have the lesson written on them. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Magic Lantern
Images from glass panels are projected on the wall when the classroom was dark. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Chalkboard
The chalkboard being invented made it easier for teachers to explain and demonstrate concepts during their lecture. https://www.ukeducationalfurniture.co.uk/news/information/the-evolution-of-the-classroom/ -
Pencil
The pencil became a common tool for students to use during class. They were a lot easier to use than ink. https://www.ukeducationalfurniture.co.uk/news/information/the-evolution-of-the-classroom/ -
Required Schooling
Every existing state in the U.S. required students to complete elementary school. https://www.americanboard.org/blog/11-facts-about-the-history-of-education-in-america/ -
Radio
Radios began to be used in the classroom. Students could listen to a class through the radio. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom -
Film Projector
Films were projected onto a screen or the wall. Students could watch educational videos. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Overhead Projector
The overhead projector was invented and introduced into classrooms. Over time it became a very useful tool for teachers and students. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom -
Television
The TV was introduced to a classroom in Los Angeles for the first time. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/ -
Headphones
Headphones were used in the classroom for language labs. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/ -
Video Tapes
Videotapes were used to provide alternate ways of classroom instruction. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom -
Television
Students could watch the news on a television in class. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Photocopier
Teachers used photocopiers in order to create copies of assignments for students. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom -
ESL Education
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Handheld Calculator
Students were now able to have a handheld calculator to use during their mathematics classes. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom -
Scantron
A teacher could use this to grade multiple choice quizzes or tests. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Computer
Computers were introduced to the classroom. Students could now have interactive assignments online. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Nation at Risk
Being able to understand and use a computer was now a requirement for high schoolers to graduate. (Page 190) -
New Jersey vs. T.L.O
Teachers were allowed to search a student without a warrant if it was deemed necessary. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg -
Bethel School District vs. Fraser
Schools were allowed to prohibit inappropriate languages on school ground. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg -
Project CHILD
Project CHILD began in Florida. It's a development that demonstrates different technological changes to teaching that would incorporate technology into the classroom. (Page 209) -
Vernonia School District vs. Wayne Acton
Drug testing was now allowed in schooling if deemed necessary. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg -
TIP
Technology Infusion Project was used to help teachers understand proper ways to use technology in the classroom. (Page 216) -
Interactive Whiteboard
This is a combination of a whiteboard and a computer. Teachers and students could use this for interactive activities. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
Growth of Internet Access
Almost 99% of schools have access to the internet for their students and teachers. https://elearninginfographics.com/timeline-of-educational-technology-in-schools-infographic/ -
3D Printing
These printers could be used to print things in 3-D. They were used mostly in math and art classed. (Page 203-204) -
Morse vs. Frederick
It was established that students' right to freedom of speech does not include the discussion of illegal activities on school grounds. https://www.educationnext.org/files/large-chart-court.jpg -
iCivic
These games use simulations to teach students about multiple topics. (Page 202) -
iPad
A student could use an iPad for assignments and activities online. These were very helpful because of their touchscreen capabilities. https://elearninginfographics.com/the-history-of-classroom-technology-infographic/ -
National Education Plan
The National Education Plan called for more integration of technology into schools across the nation. (Page 190) -
Adult Technology Use
85% of od adults reported using the internet. (Page 217) -
Technology Differences Between Races.
Schools that consist mostly of minority groups tend to have less access to technology. (Page 217) -
Teen Usage
About 90% of teens had access to technology. https://elearninginfographics.com/wp-content/uploads/How-Technology-in-Schools-Has-Changed-Over-Time-Infographic.png -
Enrollment in Virtual Schools
300,000 students were enrolled fulltime in schools online. (Page 205)
