According to research firm McCormick, as students advance through the educational system, they can become progressively disengaged with classroom learning. As many as 40 to 60 percent of high school students are chronically disengaged in educational activities, causing concern among parents and educators alike. However, many institutions are now incorporating a wide range of technological systems, including mobile devices and SMART classroom designs. This hardware can bolster engagement, including the following strategies:
Mobile devices for student use can be beneficial in a wide range of capacities, providing new capabilities and uses not previously achievable in a classroom setting. Students can take tests, complete activities and access online materials from their own device, which improves overall engagement in learning.
"The flexible classroom spaces multiple SMART Boards can offer promotes student centered-learning, small group interactive lessons and together with … [a] 1-1 initiative, individual learning," Holland noted.
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- Connect with outside experts online
- Utilize individual mobile devices
Mobile devices for student use can be beneficial in a wide range of capacities, providing new capabilities and uses not previously achievable in a classroom setting. Students can take tests, complete activities and access online materials from their own device, which improves overall engagement in learning.
- Technology to bolster collaboration
"The flexible classroom spaces multiple SMART Boards can offer promotes student centered-learning, small group interactive lessons and together with … [a] 1-1 initiative, individual learning," Holland noted.
- Effective classroom management