It is always amazing to learn how the new technological trends today will affect the learning and development of tomorrow’s educational training systems. Computer technology is designed to accurately execute commands more swiftly than the human being.
The computer industry has evolved into a world of convenience for the average user. Web 2.0 tools (trend 1) are unique ways to enhance education through social networking. Most individuals in today’s society, has joined some form of an online pool, such as facebook, twitter and myspace, etc. These social networks allow connectivity from any part of the world to be on one large system.
Cell or mobile phones are being used for their popularity and unique design for educational purposes (trend 3). Training simulations are being downloaded to PDA’s and smartphones. Mostly everyone in the world has some form of mobile device, which makes this transition easier.
The future of web tools (3.0), an intelligent web, is already in the making. Google docs is an example of applications can be shared on the web and made available for many users to utilize. This tool is beneficial for students who may not have certain applications and who lack the resources to obtain them.
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