Criticism

Similar to learning a new task or trade, there is special training that is involved with adding elements of educational technology to the classroom. Without proper training, teachers and students cannot benefit from devices that will improve the quality of education. Pedagogical modifications require an integrative approach to enhance prior practices and not merely replace previous modalities. Devices are a waste of time and money if teachers are not receiving proper training. [26] Another disadvantage is that if teachers plan on using educational technology, they must come to the classroom prior to start time and set everything up and make sure it is all working. Even with the prior prep work, things may have glitches during the class period and it is critical for the teachers to prepare backups and alternate activities should the technology fail to function properly.