Here is an imaginary high school class depicted in a French postcard (1901-1910). Discuss what do you think have come true in the present century.
With the advancement in technology, schools will also have to take a change in their style of teaching-learning process. What we see in the picture reminds me of the language laboratory in school, which is used for enhancing English language as a skill. The given picture shows further advanced applications; like, using technology for entire classroom learning for all subjects. The teacher plays the role of either an inspector or an instructor in the classroom. Whether it is really admirable or not, we may have to wait and see.
Now, share your views about the changes that you and your classmates expect in your school and classroom in about 20-50 years.
In about 20-50 years, there won’t be any school. All children will be techno-savvy and learn things at their own pace. Credit system will be followed. Test or exam pressure will not be there because the students shall be taking the exam independently, as and when they like. Sports and games will be through play stations; co-curricular activities would be online. There is a possibility of mind reading – all telepathists would judge and evaluate the students’ knowledge only through mind reading and not through the usual percentage method.
