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In recent years, bringing technology into the classroom to aid learning has exploded, and seemingly every day a new app or software solution is released with promises of making the classroom a better place. Not everyone is on board, however, as many educators still like teaching the old-fashioned way. While everyone has their preferred teaching style, because edtech is here to stay, it’s worth considering how it can benefit your teaching environment and enable a better learning experience for your students. Here are a few examples of how edtech tools, such as classroom management software, can help everyone in the classroom—including teachers. Encourages Active Learning One-on-one learning is showing promise as a more interactive way for students to engage with their lessons. With applications and digital tools available at their fingertips, rather than sitting back and passively listening as many do in a lecture environment, edtech tools put students in control...

Getting students to pay attention in the classroom is an age-old dilemma. However, it’s even more pronounced in our digital age because it’s just so easy for kids to get distracted. Fortunately, when teachers are well-equipped, this can help them carry out the responsibility of keeping their classrooms on task and aid students in breaking education-hindering habits. The beauty of the digital age is there are classroom management tools available that can help teachers keep students on track and engaged with the lesson plan by monitoring their progress. These tools can also allow teachers to assist and further guide students when needed so they get the most out of their classroom time. With the installation of classroom management software on computers, teachers are given the tools necessary to help their students break any habits that are detrimental to their learning experience. Effective classroom management software can give teachers insight into how students a...