Hi! Thank you for taking the time to view "Perla's Perceptions" on media technology and its potential role in the future of education. As a future educator and current college student, I have witnessed firsthand the positive impact of media technology on my educational experience so far. However, it is also important to acknowledge that there are many negative sides to media technology in education, especially considering issues like the rise of artificial intelligence and plagiarism, which have become ongoing challenges for educators everywhere.
In this blog post, I will share the different ways I believe technology can either promote learning or, in some cases, prevent students from reaching their full potential.
In my opinion, technology can be a powerful tool that allows educators to connect with students in fun and encouraging ways. When used effectively, it promotes creativity, engagement, and collaboration in the classroom.
For example, technology can be used interactively during lessons so students can visually engage with what they’re learning. As seen in the picture below, students might be asked to watch a video to help deepen their understanding of a topic. In cases like this, technology helps students stay focused and interested in the material.
Although media technology brings many benefits, there are also clear downsides. For instance, some classrooms become over-reliant on technology, where teachers depend solely on digital tools instead of diverse teaching methods. This can lead to a lack of creativity and a deeper understanding among students.
Also, when technology is heavily used, students gain easier access to shortcuts like AI tools or simply copying and pasting content, leading to increased cases of plagiarism.
When used in moderation, media technology can be an excellent way for educators to deliver content and encourage interactive, creative learning. However, if overused or misused, it can condition students to rely only on tech-based learning.
With the rise of AI, it’s also vital that educators address academic honesty by teaching students the importance of doing their own work and understanding the material, and not just relying on shortcuts.
