Technology has taken a bigger role in enhancing the education system in India. With the advent of advanced tech tools, gadgets and education apps, the traditional approach of course delivery has shifted to a modern, non-conventional form of education.
Even in physical classrooms, the latest tech innovations have contributed to improving the teaching and learning process. Whether it’s online/hybrid/offline learning, educational institutions are working to deliver the best possible education to their students by utilising modern-day technology.
Modern resources that enhance education do not necessarily have to be linked with online education. Some of them have their key roles to play in classroom teaching as well.
Here are some of the most effective modern educational tools and methods that help to deliver effective classroom lectures:
Pre-recorded lectures
Pre-recorded videos and audios of the course lessons make it easy for the teacher to deliver the courses and the students to learn their curriculum. Similar to slide presentations, they also offer the flexibility of learning revisions. A tutor can easily present the pre-recorded lessons to the whole class by utilising an LCD projector or screencasting option. When compared to live online classes, pre-recorded videos also offer the advantage of not having delivery issues and technical problems such as a lag or dropout. Organisations like ‘Khan Academy’ and ‘epathshala’ offer short class sessions in the form of videos and various practise materials that educators can utilise to supplement their teaching.
Digital Whiteboards
Digital whiteboards are perfect tools for doodling and digital storytelling. They offer an infinite canvas area for the instructor to create course materials, including texts, diagrams, charts, and more. A teacher can virtually emulate an in-person classroom teaching experience with these tools. The application also allows various import options and real-time collaboration with the students. This makes it an effective tool for carrying out assignments, conducting quizzes, reviewing homework and performing other interactive activities.
3D printing
3D printing is an innovative tool that brings a touch of reality. In the field of education, this technology facilitates improved learning, creativity skill development, problem-solving skills and increased student-teacher engagement. 3D printers help create mini models that can aid in testing out design principles. Creating a mini prototype enhances the practical, hands-on knowledge required for understanding scientific concepts. Educators can include 3D printing at all levels, from primary to higher secondary school.
Clickers for learning
Clickers are ‘audience response systems that utilise interactive technology to record the responses of students. The system helps in conducting assessments like quizzes for large groups as it allows them to answer questions with a remote control like clicker devices. With this device, instructors can easily present multiple-choice questions and the students can click the answers using those remote transmitters.
