Input and Output Devices

Examples: Monitor, printer

Benefits in the Classroom: Teachers are able to use thesedevices to print lessons. labels, and photos for students andprovide students with visual and audio experiences throughthe monitor.

Challenges in the Classroom: Teachers mayface challenges with the cost of having toreplace ink cartridges.

Application to Learning: Teachers are able to use themonitor to teach students through using visuals andanimation. Lesson plans and activities can also be printedfor students to learn concepts.

Examples: Keyboards, mouse,trackball, touchpad

Benefits in the Classroom: The keyboard and mouse helpstudents learn how to control the computer and also providesthe student a way to access additional learning resourcesthrough using the computer.

Challenges in the Classroom: Because some students mayhave difficulties using the keyboard and mouse, a touchpadmay be useful in helping the teacher teach students how touse the devices.

Application to Learning: Teachers can use inputs to helpimplement lessons for students and so that students canproduce writings on the computer for the teacher. Tests can bealso administered using inputs to help students learn.