6 Ways the World of Education has Changed

 Over the years, the ways of imparting knowledge have changed, often obliterating certain methods to give way to new ones. Technology has played a vital role in bringing about some of the most gargantuan changes in the world of academia in the last ten years.

Out of the many changes that have contributed to the evolution of education, here are 6 of them:

1. Paperbacks vs eBooks

Tech evolution has not only redefined the ways we teach but has also made education cheaper. Buying syllabus textbooks meant spending hundreds of dollars. Now, eBooks have solved that problem entirely, with books being available at a fourth of the price of a paperback. Plus, eBooks mean a lighter backpack too.

2. Do NOT put your mobile away

A few years back, most of us have been victim to confiscation of mobile phones. But today the picture is a lot different. Pupils are now allowed to bring mobile phones in school due to the permeation of mobile tech into our lives. Mobile phones are now being used to pass on notes, connect via social media apps like WhatsApp, etc.

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3. Moving from offline to online

At the end of the last decade, we have seen online courses taking over physical classes. Now, students can sign up for distance education programs and get through their dream colleges without changing countries. Most importantly, students can sign up for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) to learn remotely by watching videos and reading course content for free. Many colleges have also moved their libraries online. Students can now use their library subscription to research topics online, explore a subject further and find inspiration for their work.

4. Learning with collaboration

Collaboration is an essential skill, and tech-based initiatives have made it easier for students to achieve this skill. Collaborative education has bridged the gap between teachers and students to a great extent. It has also helped students (especially the introverts) collaborate with their peers seamlessly over a digital platform.   

5. Digital games have found a place in classrooms

What was a hot topic a few years ago is now the reality! Yes, we are talking about learning through gamification. Today, many educators have incorporated the use of digital games in the learning process to improve pupil engagement and analyse them better. Games like Minefield have also proved to enhance students’ attention span.

6. Robots vs Teachers

This is one spectrum where technology has failed to win the war. Despite its several positive impacts on the realm of education, the old-school role of teachers and instructors remains intact. Even with the vast availability of information, teachers are required to teach students about the application of the knowledge they gather.

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