Advantages vs. Disadvantages

I have previously written about how technology can be used as an asset in the classroom. Using internet, powerpoint or any technology related device can help teachers deliver their lessons and keep the students engaged. However, we all know that there are many disadvantages that teachers should be aware of. For example, I think that a major issue in today’s society is cyberbullying. Many teenagers are victim of this negative use of internet. Therefore, I think that if teachers are using media devices in their classroom and showing students how to use them, they should also make sure that students understand the negative and undesirable outcomes. By making students aware of such consequences, teachers could reduce cyberbullying and thus create a better social and learning environment. Moreover, another important problem related to media and school would be cyber predators. I know that a teacher may not be the best person to address this, but I also think that students should be warned and told what to do if they are in a problematic situation. I think that a specific person in school should be appointed to address these problems, such as a counsellor. I think that it is important to promote both the positive as well as the negative use of media devices and their outcomes, since some students are not aware of the consequences of their acts on internet, for example. Technology is very helpful in the classroom, but the majority of the students also have access to it outside of school. Therefore, they should be made aware of the negative consequences that can happen.