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Magic Lantern
The Magic Lantern projected images printed on glass plates. An earlier version of a slide machine. -
Stereoscope
This 3-D viewing device showed images and text. There were educational sets that were popular for use in schools. -
Filmstrip Projector
This early technology projected still images from filmstrips onto classroom walls. The filmstrip was usually from 35mm film and lasted 10-20 minutes. This form of instructional multimedia was popular in K-12 grades. -
Radio
New York City’s Board of Education first played educational lessons through the radio. Soon after, in 1929, “The American School of the Air” first aired. It was a half-hour educational series that broadcasted programs to students through the radio. -
Overhead Projector
Became popular in schools as a way to display images. -
Mimeograph
The mimeograph produced copies through a hand-crank. It was an earlier version of the Xerox machine. This machine was low-cost which made it even more accessible for schools. -
Reading Accelerator
This device held a book in place and had an adjustable metal bar that would help the reader follow down the page. This tool was meant to improve the student’s reading efficiency. -
Skinner Teaching Machine
B.F Skinner modified previously successful teaching machines by implementing positive reinforcement and having the machine adjust to the individual’s own pace. -
Educational Television
Television for educational purposes became popular in the late 1950’s. There were reportedly 50 channels that included educational programs. -
Scantron
The scantron scans grading forms in which students have bubbled in their answer choices. This machine made grading much easier, quicker, and more efficient and is still used today. -
Calculators
Handheld calculators became available for student use in the classroom. They were very popular amongst the students and helped them solve math problems faster. -
PLATO Computer
Programmed Logic for Automatic Teaching Operations (PLATO) was the first computer assisted instruction system and went on to offer coursework for many different subjects. -
World Wide Web (WWW)
Created by Tim Burners-Lee, students are now able to access information online. Communication and conducting research was easier for everyone who used it, including students and teachers. -
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Web-Based Learning
Web-based Learning: The development of web-based learning systems via Internet became prevelant during the mid 1990's.
WebCT: Later known as Blackboard, it provided an online teaching environment and is still widely used today. -
NETS (National Educational Technology Standards)
A set of standards that teach students a set of skills such as digital citizenship and technology operations. There are also standards for teachers and administrators that help them promote digital citizenship and responsibility. -
Interative Whiteboard
This whiteboard combines a projector, computer, and white screen all into one. The touch-screen features make it a great tool for the classroom. This technology is very useful today and is becoming more prevalent in schools. -
Social Media
Social media became inreasingly popular starting in the early 2000's. “Social media covers a wide range of different technologies, including blogs, wikis, You Tube videos, mobile devices such as phones and tablets, Twitter, Skype and Facebook”.(http://www.tonybates.ca)
Social Media has made communication easier. Although it can become a distraction, it can also be used as a tool for education when used appropriately. -
Khan Academy
Khan Academy is an online resource that offers instructional videos, practice exercises, and a learning dashboard. These features offer personalized instruction for learning both in and outside of he classroom. -
Lecture Capture
Lecture capture is a technology that allows an instructor to record their lectures and class activities so that they may make it available in a digital format. This is especially useful in online and blended learning courses.
