TECHNOLOGY USE IN A MULTICULTURAL CLASSROOM HOW TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY USE IN A MULTICULTURAL CLASSROOM HOW TECHNOLOGY MAY HELP TEACHERS TEACH STUDENTS FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS IN MIDDLE EAST

Introduction Multicultural diversity has been increasing the classrooms in Middle East. The current diversity necessitates educators to come with ways that forge for common destiny. Technology is indispensable for educators in Middle East since it will aid in teaching students of diverse backgrounds. Technology will be of great importance in bridging the language gap thus help students to connect to their peers.

Technology and Multicultural Diversity Technology can act as a tool that help students from different ethnic backgrounds to connect. Technology provides a productive gain in teaching due to an increase in popularity of media devices among the youths. Technology will allow teacher to integrate learning by using aspects such as overhead projects, whiteboards, and blackboards. Besides, technology can help even the minority student to contribute in learning process. A barrier in multicultural classroom is the language. Technology use in form of electronic dictionary can help students learn the meaning of different words/phrases.

Technology Use Technological tools play a key role in teaching students of diverse backgrounds. Technological tools create lively experience due to their rich content. The following devices will indispensable: 1. E-Books: These blends the elements of reading, videos, music, and infographics. They can help in teaching students of diverse background especially in the context of language. 2. The Internet: The internet offers educative videos or tools that offers unforgettable learning experience. Virtual classrooms helps in teaching language among diverse backgrounds. 3. Record Digital Content: These provide ‘how to do’ videos for students who experience language barriers. 4. Input Device: These include computers, laptops, and projectors. Personalized content can be sent to the internet and accessed using the devices. This helps in creating ‘unity in diversity. ’ 5. PDA (Personal Digital Assistants): These play a critical role in teaching a multicultural diverse classrooms. The teacher can send customized content to suit the needs of the students.

E-books These can help in teaching students from diverse background.

Technology Use in Classrooms Internet and Learning Personal Digital Assitants

Rich Digital Content

Technology Outline Interactive Whiteboard and Projector Employ interactive websites such as Brain. POP. Online videos offer ‘how-to-do’ instructions for students facing barriers. Videoconferencing tools such as Skype help students connect beyond the class in a multicultural context. Ø Computers Will help in collaborative class blog. Students can connect with the internet to learn different topics. Ø Mobile Devices This can help in accessing the online content allowing students to interact via chatrooms. Ø Laptop Cart/Computer Lab Live discussions via Todays. Meet. Cultural collaboration can help even the minority groups participate in lessons.

Evaluation the Success Questionnaires will help in determining the responses of the students and teachers. A positive feedback would indicate technology helps in bridging the gap between the teachers and students. Gauging the integration of technology in classes would help in determining the success. Looking for cues such as level of attention and willingness of the students would be a good indicator of success or failure.

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