Technology is widely available to students in classrooms across the United States, a new study shows. Nearly nine in ten U. S. public school students say they use digital learning (数字化学习) tools at least a few days a week. And more than half of those who were questioned said they used digital technology to learn every day.
In the new survey, digital learning tools means technology. It includes websites, application software programs, and online classes, games, videos and programs. The survey found that classroom technology gets high marks from educators. At least eight in ten teachers and school leaders say they see great value in using classroom technology tools now and in the future.
When it comes to preparing students for future careers (职业), the study found that educators are likely to say technology is more effective than non-digital tools for connecting learning to students’ careers.
Derek Kelley of Virginia agrees. He manages technology for Fairfax County Public Schools, which serves nearly 200,000 students. He said, “The important thing is to help prepare the students for real world experience and knowledge about technology is something students need.”
In the report, more than half of the special education teachers questioned said technology could help their students. Tony Daniel, a special education teacher, agrees with that. He teaches children with learning difficulties at the Springfield Estates Elementary School in Springfield, Virginia.
Nearly all pupils say digital learning tools are fun. Most say the technology helps them learn things on their own and at their own speed.
Almost three-fourths of secondary students say the technology tools help them learn things on their own. Over 50% said they make school more interesting. 42% would like to use them more often at school, and only 8% said they would like to use them less. One thing everyone agrees on is that technology is here to stay in American classrooms.
12. What can we learn from the new research?
A.The schools have widely applied technologies in the US. |
B.It is easy for the students to master new technology. |
C.The power of technology will weaken in the future. |
D.Most students don’t like to use digital learning tools in the US. |
13. What will Tony Daniel probably agree with?
A.Special schools should provide the latest technology for students. |
B.Special education is worth investing a lot of effort and money. |
C.Digital learning tools are specially designed for special students. |
D.It is useful to use technology to teach in special education. |
14. How can digital learning tools support students’ learning?
A.Limiting their Internet time. | B.Learning at their own pace and level. |
C.Giving lecture-based learning. | D.Improving their mental health. |
15. How does the author describe the findings of the research?
A.By telling a story. | B.By analyzing causes and effects. |
C.By listing various numbers. | D.By presenting the experimental steps. |