The Internet’s Positive Influence on Education
By LUISITO G. PERO, PhD
Principal IV
Butuan Central Elementary School
Internet access has resulted in a significant increase in the number of materials available to educators, which in turn has helped improve classroom instruction. Skype and Google Hangouts are two examples of free and user-friendly video chat applications that can be used in the classroom by educators. While they are working on the lesson plan, students can interact with one another and exchange feedback with one another on what they find to be the most effective aspects of the lesson.
The feedback from the other students affords the instructor the opportunity to hone his or her pedagogical abilities in this manner. Listed below are some of the effects that students’ access to the Internet has had on their schooling.
1. The Quality of Instruction
A student’s ability to keep up a strong academic achievement can also benefit from using the Internet. A student won’t have any trouble gaining access to the internet or printing out copies of the instruction if they need to use either of those resources. In addition to that, it gives people the opportunity to learn new things and study papers on a wide range of subjects.
2. Enhancement in the Field of Education
Students can benefit academically from using the Internet because it not only enables them to acquire new information but also encourages them to communicate with their peers. Even though they are in different countries, students are able to communicate with one another and exchange their ideas and thoughts thanks to this technology.
3. Improved Studying
A student with access to the Internet can acquire knowledge from a wide assortment of sources, including traditional textbooks, blogs, and digital journals. The learner will eventually acquire the ability to differentiate between various sources of information as time goes on. This helps them improve their cognitive abilities in a meaningful way.
4. Knowledge and abilities
A student’s ability to grow their information and skill set can also be aided by the Internet. This is due to the fact that they have access to online courses and tutorials that will assist them in developing their abilities further.
5. Career Advancement
Students have reported increased success in their employment searches as a direct result of using the Internet. They are able to submit their applications for employment online and initiate contact with potential employers to ascertain whether or not they are interested in their profiles.
6. Thinking outside the Box
In the world of education, we consider creativity to be an essential talent that must be possessed in order to successfully complete tasks and achieve one’s goals. The spread of information and ideas from one person to another has been made easier by the advent of the Internet, which has paved the way for the development of innovative thought.
7. Communication with Other Students
Students’ ability to communicate with their classmates has been significantly aided by the widespread availability of the Internet. The growth of constructive student-peer relationships can be attributed, in part, to the proliferation of learning resources such as books, blogs, and online tutorials, as well as to cyberspace.
8. Alternative Methods of Educational Input
Students who are not successful in traditional educational settings now have access to an additional educational resource in the form of the Internet. Students have access to thousands of online classes that will assist them in their academic pursuits. Additionally, there are numerous articles and blogs that are subject-specific that a student can peruse on this website.
9. Develop your self-assurance
Many people have benefited from receiving an education online because it has helped them become more self-assured. This is due to the fact that it has encouraged people to engage in self-learning and facilitates connections between individuals and other industry professionals. It is a method for gaining a greater understanding of the subject as well as additional knowledge about the subject matter.
10. Social abilities
The use of the Internet in educational settings has facilitated the growth of individuals’ interpersonal capabilities. Students have benefited from it by gaining a deeper understanding of individuals hailing from a variety of other nations and cultures. This is due to the fact that it has been used to foster strong relationships among students, instructors, and members of the community.
11. Learning That Never Stops
Numerous individuals have benefited from the use of the Internet in the process of acquiring lifetime skills through self-improvement and professional development. This is due to the fact that it permits quick access to a wide variety of resources that can be helpful in the workplace.
12. Autonomy
Students have a wonderful opportunity to take control of their own lives thanks to the Internet. This is due to the fact that they are able to educate themselves further on their interests and establish personal objectives for themselves. They are given more autonomy as a result of the sharing of information, opportunities for learning, and the building of careers via the internet.
13. Analysis of the Market
When it comes to conducting market research, we see the Internet as a useful tool in the realm of education. For instance, educators can use the Internet to investigate a variety of activity fields and gain a deeper understanding of the requirements of their student population.
14. Better Outcomes
Research has demonstrated that increased use of the Internet can lead to improved academic achievement. According to the findings of a research conducted at Harvard University, students who made use of the internet achieved higher levels of success than their peers who did not. Regarding the significance of the internet, the Harvard Business Review published an article titled “Where Online Learning Goes Next.”
15. Possibilities for Employment
In the field of education, working online is becoming increasingly prevalent. Students, for instance, can use the internet to look for job opportunities and immediately apply for those jobs. Finding work and a source of income through this method is a very helpful approach to go about it. Freelancing is yet another opportunity for students, as it enables them to put their talents to use while still maintaining their independence.
16. Reduced levels of stress
Students have reported feeling less stressed as a result of the Internet’s use. This is due to the fact that they are able to interact with loving people who care about them via social media and seek counseling from those individuals. It is helpful in reducing feelings of loneliness and isolation, both of which can be very stressful for many different types of individuals.
17. The Process of the Brain’s Development
The process of brain development is an essential one, particularly in the context of the subject of education. People now have access to possibilities that can help them stimulate the development of their brains because the Internet provides resources and data that can be used in the process of learning.
18. Online Learning
Because it makes e-learning facilities available to schools and colleges, the Internet is also advantageous for educational institutions. Students will find it much simpler to obtain materials and lesson plans that have been kept up to date thanks to this feature.
19. Education Available on Demand
One of the many ways that education can be improved is through the use of mentors, online classes, and traditional courses. This is due to the fact that on-demand education is beneficial for everyone, regardless of where they reside or what their circumstances are.
20. Sharing Knowledge
People’s ability to work together on budgets, neighborhoods, and support groups has been facilitated by the Internet. Sharing their knowledge and abilities has also been facilitated, which has contributed to the growth of their community and the development of original ideas.
Final words
If we want to draw a conclusion from our entire conversation about the beneficial effects of the internet, we can say that it has contributed to the advancement of education and has also assisted in making people’s lives more comfortable through the application of technology.
If the internet did not exist, people in this world would not have any idea what technology is, nor would they be aware of the progress that has been made in regards to the internet. In recent years, the application of technology has not only exceeded our expectations, but it has also had a positive impact on the way we conduct our lives. ###
