Teachers began to use the New England Primer in their classrooms. This was the early printed book most widely used to teach students how to read. The goal of the book was to make learning the alphabet more interesting for students. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
Students practiced drawing the alphabet using desktop sandboxes. The teacher would observe the students’ writing and flatten the sand when it was time to write a new letter. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
Teachers began to use blackboards in the classroom. This technology allowed teachers to more easily provide instruction to the entire class. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
The electric Magic Lantern projectors were first introduced in the classroom. This technology allowed photographs on glass slides to be projected for students. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5082488/
Lead pencils and paper started to be mass produced at the beginning of the 20th century. As a result, these materials replaced the school slate in classrooms. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
The first public school to use the radio in the classroom was Haaren High School in New York City. Teachers used this technology to allow their students to listen to educational radio programs typically broadcasted a few times a week. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
Teachers began to use videotapes in their classrooms. As a result, teachers could present information in new and interesting ways. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
Computers were first used in the classroom in the 1960s. Computer assisted instruction programs provided students with individual instruction in a specific content area. http://institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org/a-history-of-education-technology/
Michael Sokolski introduced the Scantron system of testing. This technology allowed teachers to grade tests more quickly and efficiently. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
The handheld calculator was introduced into the classroom. This machine allowed students and teachers to complete mathematical calculations more quickly. https://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom
Microsoft released the first version of PowerPoint. This software is now widely used by teachers and students to aid with note taking and presentations. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5082488/
Whiteboards replaced blackboards in classrooms. Because whiteboards require pens instead of chalk pencils, they are cheaper and healthier than blackboards for students and teachers. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5082488/
I used a computer for the first time. I have had a computer in my home for my entire life. When I was about 3 years old, my dad and I started completing Sesame Street early reading activities on the computer.
My parents gave me my first phone. I used this piece of technology to more easily stay in contact with my friends and family. I felt comfortable knowing I could easily contact others during an emergency.
My middle school provided a tablet for every student. We were required to bring these tablets to school each day. We completed assignments and accessed information with these devices.
My parents gave me my first laptop for Christmas. I used this device every day to complete homework assignments, play games, and watch movies.
I received my first smart phone. Unlike my previous phone, I could use this device to connect to the internet. This piece of technology gave me quick and easy access to information wherever I went.
I created an Instagram account. I began using this technology later than most. However, now that I have made an account, Instagram allows me to stay connected with my friends, especially those from high school I no longer see regularly.
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