Blog Post # 8 Learning and Communication Tools in the 21st Century

As time has passed, it seems like EVERYTHING has gotten either faster or smaller. This can not be more apparent than in the field of technology. Technology is an ever growing field in today's society. So as with anything with time, technology has affected the field of teaching IMMENSLY! With 21st century tools like portable computers(PC), Smart Board Technology, and other tools, teachers and students can access almost anything. Its amazing to see how much technology has changed teaching. There are also other social networking tools that anyone can use as well and I will be explaining them as I divulge into 21st century learning and communicating.

E-Learning

The evolution of teaching has affected the way students learn as well. Now students access information in many different ways as the internet has evolved into a literal machine. No matter what happens, I can guarantee one thing. Technology will continue to evolve and continue to get more advanced. With major web search engine, google, any information a student would need is accessible. Although there are other search engines, the point is that information is not only more accessible but its faster than ever to access. Therefore, research can be done amazingly quick.


E-Learning is a term that refers to the evolution of learning in the 21st Century. E-Learning has not only become very common, it is very popular. Through E-Learning, many different institutions have classes online for people who do not feel that learning in a class room is best for them so getting an education is a possibility for anyone who applies themselves. Students may also use such websites like YouTube for informational or how to video's. The tools that the internet can provide are virtually endless. Not only has it evolved with computers but, students can now download apps on his/her phone and access school information through his/her cellular device.

Social Networking Tools

Social Networking tools such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook are trending now more than ever. Celebrities and non celebrities alike have these tools and can virtually access the world in a way that no machine can; Through the eyes of the people. People have accounts and put many different thoughts, feelings, and pictures on the public internet, therefore anyone can possibly see it. These tools also have apps that students may download on cellular devices. These apps allow for students to take pictures of anything thats happening at that moment and post it publicly. These apps also provide students to publicly voice any opinion that they want on any topic. So, with proper knowledge of technology, some of these tools can be very helpful for students and teachers. There are also sites like Blog Spot, that allow students and teachers to make blogs and can write about anything. Overall, communication tools have gotten more efficient and of course smaller and faster.