Technology in Tomorrow’s Schools

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Virtual reality (VR)

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A digital environment made up of computer generated objects which viewers can interact and use to interact with each other

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Augmented reality (AR)

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a view of the physical world that has computer-generated additions or augmentation to what you see, hear, feel, and smell.

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Multitouch technology

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Technologies that use gesture-computing commands to operate, can select, deselect, zoom in on, and change views.

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Cloud computing

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Online network used in business, personal computing, and education. Cloud computing distributes networked resources and disburses them on a per-use basis to the cloud’s subscribed users, usually for a fee.

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Open content

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Content that is developed through collaboration and interaction through social media rather than by a few knowledgeable authorities.

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Gamification

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Adds game elements to instructional content to increase motivation and interactivity, encourage creativity, and deepen understanding of content.

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Makerspaces

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Movement to encourage creativity and innovation by providing support for collaboration, creativity and participation in problem based science.

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Learner Analytics

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The analytics of large amounts of data about student choices and paths to achieving skills to determine which strategies have the greatest potential for success.

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Adaptive Learning Technologies

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Include software and online resources that can adjust to students’ needs as they learn. The technology recognizes the student’s progress and seamlessly adjusts to student performance, creating a uniquely individualized learning experience for the student.

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3D Printing

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Allows designers to create 3D objects from information created with computer-aided design software and raw materials.