Major changes in education have undeniably occurred over the past years. These changes have been evidently seen through the substantial general development in the society. Education is one of the key areas that a society is viewed from. A developed society is one which prioritizes education, as it opens up insights into technological advancements, innovation and general well -being of the society. Some changes in education have been gradual while others rapid. Irregardless of how long it has taken, these changes have made education more interesting and insightful. The changes, however, have taken various dimensions as they have both positively and negatively affected the education system in various ways. This paper discusses the major changes that have occurred in education and how they have positively or negatively impacted the educational sector. Also, recommendations on what changes to be made with regards to ethical dispositions of educators have been given.

Irregardless of how long it has taken, these changes have made education more interesting and insightful. The changes, however, have taken various dimensions as they have both positively and negatively affected the education system in various ways. This paper discusses the major changes that have occurred in education and how they have positively or negatively impacted the educational sector. Also, recommendations on what changes to be made with regards to ethical dispositions of educators have been given.

Technology is one of the main changes that have occurred in the educational sector. Before computers, people used tape recorders, radios and televisions to reinforce learning. Computers have become handy as both the learners and teachers can easily access the internet and thus expound their knowledge. (Brown, 2000)The use of blackboards has been replaced by whiteboards and LCD projectors. Learners with disabilities have also been catered for through machines that suit their needs. For example, the deaf have Dynovox Fm system machines, and the blind have braille. Electronic technology has enabled distance learning. Educational courses and programs are easily administered and shared through the web platform. (Brown, 2000)Reading, writing and doing arithmetic have been made so much easier through the digital platform.

Conversely, these changes have also come along with negativity into the educational sector. The technological advancements, for example, have led to massive laziness among learners and teachers. Since everything is found online, it tends to draw people away from books as their focus shifts into the internet. Research has almost become paralyzed because people can easily copy and paste information. Through the internet also, too much information is accessible. Content which is not meant for the child cannot be prevented from being seen by the child, and thus they get distracted from the main aim of using the internet for academic purposes only.