by: Jean P. Gamboa
Teacher III, Ibaan Central School
Ibaan Sub-Office Division of Batangas Province
All economic sectors are undergoing significant transformation as a result of technology. The health industry, the financial sector, the entertainment industry, and even the government have all seen these shifts. The real kicker is that these adjustments are here to improve the planet. The AME Group (2023) claims that education is one of the major industries that have been impacted by this disruption. These developments have altered how courses are taught and given classrooms a fresh appearance. Below are some technological advancements that had a significant impact on schooling.
In leveraging the power of social media, educational institutions are not lagging behind. As a matter of fact, the majority of these social media platforms were created on college campuses, and are now being utilized even by high school, elementary, and students from different levels. They can plan classes, meetings, and competitions with the aid of these websites. Meanwhile, the most interesting trend in technology right now has to be virtual reality. Education is one of the fields in which VR technology is used. With VR, students may engage with a 3D world while learning to bring immersive experiences to the classroom.
Because of cloud computing, educational information is accessible from anywhere. School cloud terminals can store important resources like textual lessons, audio lectures, videos, and visual assignments. With internet access, students can use these materials from the convenience of their own homes, complete the tasks, and turn them into their instructors. With this technology, students can also meet with their teachers in real-time. 3D Printing is another fascinating concept that is now available in most institutions across the country. These are used to convey information that was previously taught only through textbooks. Students can better understand something that was previously deemed to be complex with the use of this printing process.