Chapter 11: Audiovisual Technologies

An example of a traditional audio technology is a talking book on an audiotape. Students, especially those with disabilities, can benefit greatly from listening to the words being read to them while they are reading books. An emerging audio technology are DVDs, they are easy to store and the quality stays intact for much longer than the more traditional VHS tapes. CDs can be used in the classroom to allow students to listen to educational lessons that are spoken more slowly or in different terms that certian students may find easier to understand since they can be replayed so easily. Another type of technology other than audio is visual technology. An example of a traditional visual technology is a broadcast video. Teachers could use this in their classroom by showing a newscast so they can learn about some of the current local or world events. An example of an emerging video technology is a digital video camera. Students can video tape themselves acting out skits or doing speeches

Chapter 6: Digital Technologies in the Classroom

I would prefer to teach in a classroom that has more digital technologies, rather than less. As an intervention specialist major, I think that technology is very beneficial to those with disabilities and can be a great asset to helping them learn. Many students with special needs learn by seeing things and being able to have hands on activities. I think that the best example of this that is found in the chapter is the use of touch screens. Children get to have more interactive expleriences, work at their own pace and develop their problem solving skills. Speakers and headphones are also useful assets. They can help those who learn better by hearing the lessons more slowly or listen to songs that can help them remember certian things like their times tables. Technology is a huge asset in classrooms, especially classes that have students with disabilities.