Technology and

Education

By: Alexis Gibson

Introduction

In the educational field technology is used everyday.

Technology can be used to assist educators in teaching

It also can be used by students to help them learn

Although there are great benefits to teaching with technology you must be aware of the ethical, legal, and social issues involved in teaching with technology.

Outline

Social issues ( Slide 4)

Ethical issues ( Slide 5)

Legal issues ( Slide 6)

Social issues

Cyber bulling

Online social interaction

Ethical Issues

Freedom of Speech

Privacy

Academic Honesty

Legal Issues

Copyright laws

Fair Use

Privacy

ADA Compliance, Acceptable Use, and Software Piracy

Want More Information

1. http://stopcyberbullying.org/

2. http://eaq.sagepub.com/content/39/2/187.abstract

Conclusion

Although technology can be an excellent tool in the classroom there are ethical, legal, and social issues.

To be aware of these issues is critical when using technology in order to protect students and educators.

Works Cited

Information for this PowerPoint was used from the book below.

Lever-Duffy, Judy, and Jean B. McDonald. Teaching and Learning with Technology.

Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon, 2011. Print.