Language Arts Methodology

Technology Based Instructions

By: Althea Burke

Overview
Introduction 01
Definition 02
Examples 03
Strategies 04
Experience 05
challenges 06
Solutions 07
References 08
 Introduction

From accessibility to increased

personalization and rich digital resources,
teachers are learning how to use technology
best to meet the needs of their diverse
student
You maypopulation.
think technology is just a
distraction, but, now, more than ever, we
recognize that digital tools are a great way to
honor, respect, and provide equitable
experiences for all
It is a great way to students.
give them what they need
when they need it.”
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 What is
Technology
Based
Instructions?
•Technology-based instruction in
education refers to the integration
of various technological tools and
resources to enhance the teaching
and learning processes.
•It involves directly engaging
students with technology.
•This approach has gained
prominence in the context of
Education 4.0 where technology is
leveraged to create interactive and
engaging learning environments.
 Importance of Technology
Based Instructions

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 Examples of Technology based instructions​

From helping with

communication among
teachers and students (as
Finding creative ways to well as peer-to-peer), to
use technology in the organizing curriculum
classroom can both make calendars and enhancing
your life easier as a teacher presentations and lessons
and boost student with media and visuals,
excitement levels and there is no limit to the ways
engagement with lessons. to use technology in the
classroom to create an
enriched learning
environment. ​
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•Video/multimedia lessons and

presentations

•Developing slideshows and

digital presentations, playing
music or a video for background
and context while presenting, or
inviting virtual guest speakers to
engage with your class via
programs designed for
conference calls (such as
Skype,Facebook).
Creating Digital Content​

Provide options for

students to express
themselves through blogs,
videos, podcasts, eBooks,
flyers, other digital art, or
any other means they feel
most comfortable.
Gamified
Gamified learning can
Learning​ also be as simple as
creating a virtual
scavenger hunt by
coming up with a list
of questions for
students to search
and find the correct
answers for ​
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More Examples of Technology Tools Used in
Education
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 In the modern educational
landscape, technology tools
have become indispensable
for enhancing both teaching
and learning experiences.

Interactive whiteboards, such

as SMART Boards, allow
Technology Tools teachers to present dynamic
lessons with multimedia
Cont’d content, engaging students
more effectively.
Learning Management
Systems (LMS) like Canvas
and Google Classroom help
educators organize
coursework, distribute
assignments, and track
student progress seamlessly.
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•Pebblepad
•Webinars
•Panopto
•Mentimeter
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Educational apps like Khan Academy
and Duolingo offer personalized
learning experiences, enabling students
to learn at their own pace.
Additionally, tools like Zoom and
Microsoft Teams facilitate virtual
classrooms, making remote learning
possible and efficient.
These technology tools not only
improve accessibility and engagement
but also foster a collaborative and
interactive educational environment.
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 Strategies For
integration in
Reading

Advances in digital
Teaching children to read is a The application of technologies are
complex task that requires
insight into a child’s needs,
software combined with dramatically altering the
live lessons has the
personal learning styles,
effective reinforcement, potential to radically texts and tools available
attention span, and access to improve the academic to teachers and students.
resources and support. outcomes of developing
readers. These technological
advances have created
excitement among many
for their potential to be
used as instructional tools
for literacy education.
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 There are a variety of
programs that stimulate
the discrimination and
manipulation of sounds at
the phoneme, syllable,
Students
word, andcan practice
sentence level.
phonological awareness
through interactive
activities designed to
enhance the student’s
ability to hear the sound
(phoneme) and match to
the letter (grapheme).
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sequence of sounds, while
others target phonemic
chaining, on-set rhyme
with pictures, or rhyming.
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 Phonics instruction emphasizes the
relationship between written letters
and spoken sounds.

Following the direct and explicit,

multi-sensory instruction of new
phonemic concepts, the student can
access digital, decodable text at the
sound, syllable, word, or sentence
Strategies level to help build fluency and
accuracy.
Contd Computer-based programs are
available to focus on word
segmentation, blending, and vowel
intensive drills.

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• The tools can transform a challenging

passage into language tailored to any
grade level from two through 11 and
attach handy vocabulary lists and
multiple choice questions to gauge
comprehension.

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Try ear reading to prod reluctant readers.
According to elementary school librarian
Kimberly Rues, “a quality audiobook is
one of the most effective tools in my librarian
toolbox
.

” Students who struggle with reading, or who

don’t enjoy it at first, can more easily follow
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 Integrating technology in reading can
greatly enhance the learning experience
by making it more engaging and
interactive. One effective strategy is
utilizing e-books and digital libraries,
which provide students access to a vast
array of literature at their fingertips.
Additionally, incorporating reading apps
that feature interactive elements such as
quizzes, annotations, and multimedia can
help deepen comprehension and retention.
Teachers can also use online discussion
forums and social media groups to create
a collaborative environment where
students can share insights and discuss
readings. Implementing adaptive learning
software that personalizes reading
materials based on individual student
levels and interests can further tailor the
learning experience. Finally, leveraging
audiobooks and text-to-speech tools can
support diverse learning needs, ensuring
 •Integrating technology into
education presents several
potential challenges, but these can
be addressed with thoughtful
solutions.

• One major challenge is the

Potential digital divide, where students
from underprivileged
Challenges backgrounds may not have access
and Solutions to necessary devices or reliable
internet.

•To bridge this gap, schools and

governments can implement
programs that provide subsidized or
free technology and internet access
to those in need.
Challenges Contd

Additionally, there is the issue of ensuring that both teachers and

students are adequately trained to use new technologies effectively.
Professional development and continuous training programs can equip
educators with the skills needed to integrate technology seamlessly into
their teaching methods.
Another concern is maintaining student engagement and minimizing
distractions.​

Educators can overcome this by incorporating interactive and gamified learning

experiences that make lessons more engaging.

Finally, data privacy and security are critical issues, requiring robust policies and
secure platforms to protect sensitive information.
By addressing these challenges with strategic solutions, the potential benefits of
technology in education can be fully realized, enhancing learning experiences and
outcomes for all students.
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