(C) The Conversation This story was originally published by The Conversation and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . More or less technology in the classroom – the value and purposes of technology use in school [1] [] Date: 2024-06-12 16:42:10+01:00 The current debate over the role of digital technology in schools alternates between a concern for the harms it may cause and interest in its potential to transform education. The risks of adopting a market-led approach to digital innovation in education are becoming clearer. But many uncertainties remain – not least how to put learners’ interests first in any plans for technology use in education. This panel discussion will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners and campaigners to debate where priorities should lie as education comes to grips with rapid technological change. Before we rush too fast into innovating in counter-productive ways, what kinds of questions most urgently need answering? Join the debate and put your questions to our speakers. Book your place now [END] --- [1] Url: https://theconversation.com/uk/events/more-or-less-technology-in-the-classroom-the-value-and-purposes-of-technology-use-in-school-13567 Published and (C) by The Conversation Content appears here under this condition or license: Creative Commons CC BY-ND 4.0. via Magical.Fish Gopher News Feeds: gopher://magical.fish/1/feeds/news/theconversation/