EDU 6813-Week Six Discussion – Technology Enhanced Instructions

Week Six Discussion – Technology Enhanced Instructions
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These days, technology exists in every single facet of our lives. From day-to-day activities and even to industrial applications, technology becomes an indispensable tool for us to perform these functions efficiently and effectively. One example of this application is education. As compared to traditional models of learning, studies have shown that the effective integration of instructional technology helps both teachers and students. On the one hand, technology can be used to implement examinations and other assessments, which “saves time, development costs, and enhances test administration efficiency and effectivity, all under the umbrella of a secure testing environment” (Foster & Foster, 2019). On the other hand, some studies also proved that the incorporation of technology into the learning process helps student performance. For example, a study conducted by Krentler and Willis-Flurry (2005) showed that ‘discussion boards’ help increase student’s learning through interaction and easy access to knowledge. This is particularly so when teachers actively participate in correcting clarifications in discussion boards. Additionally, it is also found that the use of...