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History of Instructional Technology

By jehopta
  • Oct 5, 1000

    Abucus 3000BC

    Abucus 3000BC
    Early Calculator.
  • Calculator

    Calculator
    The calculator a valuable new tool.
  • Introduction of the Blackboard

    Introduction of the Blackboard
    The use of a blackboard to communicate information.
  • Audio broadcasting

    Audio broadcasting
    The ability to connect the audio with the visual. A way to reach a broad variety of people not only in the classroom
  • Television

    Television
    Television began it's supreme reign as an effective way to train and inform people.
  • Overhead Projectors

    Overhead Projectors
    Overheads were used as an effective way to share more information readily. 1957 started an increase in usage due to federal aid to promote education. Was first used during World War II
  • Film Strips

    Film Strips were introduced as a way to show a progression of visual cues.
  • Computers in Classrooms

    Computers in Classrooms
    Computers were started to be used more readily as part of mainstream classrooms.
  • Internet Access

    Internet Access
    Schools get internet access to enhance teaching
  • Lazer Disk Players

    Lazer Disk Players
    Lazer DIsk players are brought in to enhance the use of the televisions for educational purposes.