Technology InfusionCurrent trends in improving educational outcomes address specific concerns that focus on increasing student achievement. Teachers, administrators, parents, and community stakeholders desire an educational environment conducive to learning. The use of technology will help students in the workplace and increase their high-level thinking skills needed to function effectively in our global society. Harvey –Woodall (2009) suggests that 21st century educators must gain in-depth knowledge of different aspects of technology available in the classroom to improve instruction. It is important to note that the use of technology in the classroom can enhance learning and improve students' critical and reflective thinking skills. Teachers and administrators should select materials and technologies that are developmentally appropriate and designed to stimulate interest in learning. An effective leader has a vision for learning and allows students to set individual goals and plans to achieve them; the use of technology can increase student success. Since the No Child Left Behind education reform, educators have struggled to meet learning standards set by the state and federal government. High academic standards in all core curriculum areas and accountability through assessment are an important aspect in the educational arena. One possible solution to meeting learning standards is the active involvement of students in the classroom. This commitment encourages students to appreciate their own learning abilities. Teachers can fully support student learning using technology and provide full integration of technology in the classroom. Technology, as a tool to support study... middle of paper... ssroom: what impact does it have on student results?. Online presentation, retrieved from EBSCOhost.Joseph, N. (2010). Necessary metacognition: Teaching middle and high school students to develop strategic learning skills. Preventing School Failure, 54(2), 99-103. Extracted from the Teachers' Consultation Center database. Mindshift. (2011). 14 simple and free digital media tools. Association for Supervision and Curriculum. ASCD. http://mindshift.kqed.org Rogers, P. (1990). 'DISCOVERY', LEARNING, CRITICAL THINKING AND THE NATURE OF KNOWLEDGE. British Journal of Educational Studies, 38(1), 3-14. Retrieved from the Education Research Complete database. Rosenfeld, B., & Martinez-Pons, M. (2005). Promoting the use of technology in the classroom. Distance Education Quarterly Review, 6(2), 145-153. Retrieved from EBSCOhost.