Technology in the learning process The reading and the lecture, are both about how far the technology has been implemented in order to boost academic achievements, which is related to the using of different devices (like computers and wireless technology) to complement the learning process. Both, the lecturer and the author of the reading, talk about the benefits and advantages of the technology at classrooms, and both talk about issues in the implementation. First of all, the author of the reading claims that the benefits offered by the technology are several, because it can allow students to have different learning styles due to the variety of available tools. Also teachers can expand the boundaries of the classroom, allowing students exchange ideas with other students around the world. In contrast, the lecturer mentions that after some programs implemented by the educational system, in order to integrate the technology in the learning process, the use of computers and software may lead to students achieve higher scores during the exams, in contrast with students that did not use technology during the learning process. Secondly, the author states that in despite of the advantages given by the technology, this one has to be fully integrated. He argues that less than a half of teachers use technology throughout the learning process, and those who use computers, they use them to do things that can be done using pencil and paper. The lecturer supports this argument. He mentions that some years ago, a survey made to 100 schools revealed that 96% of teachers developed basic skills in computers, but it was not addressed for teaching. 78% had a brief capacitation (less than 5 hours). 65% were not comfortable using technology. He mentions that according to the survey and the commentaries given by some professors, the technology was not helping and that resource should be invested in other educational needs. In conclusion, the lecture effectively supports the main claims and theories presented in the reading.