Tech in Education Part I | Coder Kids Podcast Episode 14

For timestamps, see below. In this episode, James and Jeff share some of their thoughts about technology in education. They go into a lot of ways that technology is used incorrectly, and technology at its best in education. This one gets heated!

0:00 Introduction 4:45 Digital technology in the classroom intro 10:00 Should digital technology be used equally in all grade levels and subjects 19:12 Technology in the classroom and learning outcomes 23:57 Screen Effect and distraction 32:03 Tech free schools 37:45 Recess and exercise 42:41 Individualized Learning and Technology 50:07 What is the role of a teacher in 2020? 52:04 Is technology a crutch for teachers or a necessary tool? 56:04 Conclusion

The article we referenced is found here https://www.technologyreview.com/2019/12/19/131155/classroom-technology-holding-students-back-edtech-kids-education/

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