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The use of technology in classrooms is nuanced, with more downsides than many people expect.

Many studies show that when students use technology in schools, test scores drop.

There are example of when technology supports classroom learning.

Technology is also a powerful tool when teachers use it to learn and collaborate.

Schools across the country have invested billions of dollars in tablets, laptops, and high-speed internet with the expectation that more technology means better learning. But what does the research actually show?

A large body of evidence demonstrates that the issue is nuanced, with more downsides to technology use than most people expect.

Take, for example, an international study conducted by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OCED). In it, researchers examined standardized testing data from 15-year-olds across dozens of countries. They found that students who used technology the most in school tended to perform worse on assessments than those who used it moderately. Students in East Asian nations — where schools intentionally limit technology use and favor traditional instruction,........

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