Effects of Technology in the classroom

Does technology in the classroom promote success?

            As a future educator it is important to be aware of what types of educational tools will not only help me as a teacher but help my students as a learner.  Our world is constantly changing and evolving with new technology in the palm of our hands and it is important that we use it to our advantages.  In the last few months I have read a few articles on very particular pieces of technology that will not only change our lives outside of the classroom but also inside it.  Children as young as elementary school are starting to have computers, cell phones and Ipads.  It a different generation of minds, a generation in which technology is prevalent with the youth it is no wonder that technology is being used so much in the classroom. 

            I am interested in researching the effects that technology has in the classroom because I know of more and more teachers that are using computer, smart boards and other devices to propel students in a successful direction.   I understand that there are many tools out there to promote success but I want to find out if they are really helpful to students and their achievement. 

            I am excited to research this topic because I think it is important for all teachers to be aware of the effects, positive or negative that technology has on children in the classroom.