inquiry-based learning. This type of learning is distinct because it is directed by the students, not exclusively by teachers. Interactive tools are an important part of inquiry-based learning because they naturally fuel students' curiosity.

make it easy for students to ask questions, find answers, and help other children learn.

more economical way to interact with the world.

students who are shy become more social in the classroom.

students can use social tools to immediately connect to and share information with other children from around the world.

students collaborate from all over the globe on a single project or series of projects.

Not only are lessons which incorporate technology interactive, they're also very memorable and meaningful for students.

distinct learning preference, meaning they take in information best by either seeing, hearing, or moving their bodies.

employing a variety of different learning styles.

makes school more memorable

And in case you're worried that screen time is terrible for children's heath, many studies have shown that a limited amount of computer time is actually good for kids.

technology tends to have more of an impact because it makes things happen on a grander scale