Answer to Question #199466 in English for Mpho

Question

Is technology a panacea for the 21st century classrooms? If yes, discuss at least five pointers

on how you think it will provide solution to the current classrooms’ ills?

Answer 1

Yes.

1. It promotes development of literary skills.
2. It extends learning beyond classroom walls.
3. It exposes teachers and students to global online opportunities.
4. Students use tools that will help them in future.
5. Teachers and students have access to different research materials.
6. It promotes inclusion and the development of digital literacy skills.
7. It extends learning beyond the text – and beyond the classroom walls.
8. It ultimately exposes students and teachers to new online global communities. This in turn promotes a global awareness, which is an essential component to a 21st century education.