1. Instructional A.V Media and Educational Technology Instructional A.V Media and Educational Technology Dr. Antar S. Abdellah

3. Benefits of Technology in education Instructional effectiveness.. (achievement, performance) Active learning (simulations, interactivity) Critical thinking (problem solving) Individualization (S-centered, differences) Motivation (exciting learning) Flexibility of students with special needs (learning-disabled, low-achievers, slow learners, visual, physical impairment..)

4. Benefits of Technology in education Cooperative learning (group work, collaboration) Communication skills (presentation, demonstration) Multisensory delivery (Audio/Visual/Kinesthetic) Multicultural education (no walls-schools, international)

5. Implementation technology in the classroom (blended learning) Determine instructional objectives, and select technology that support them. Seek support from administrators Form partnerships with learning resources (universities, businessmen, parents) Keep updated with technology Visit other schools, meet other teachers Provide in-service training sessions

6. Implementation technology in the classroom (blended learning) Get familiar with new software, hardware, firmware, courseware, and humanware. Provide follow-up support Involve the students Investigate shareware resources Subscribe to specialized periodicals (Forum, TESL-J) Balance high tech with low tech Be flexible and ready for change.