A Historical Perspective of the Evolution of Technologh Education

Abstract

As technology evolves and becomes more complex over time, so must the training for those involved in creating it. This article reviews the various programs that were developed throughout America's history to prepare individuals for designing and working with the technology that inevitably made it a great nation. The necessities that warranted each program are discussed as well as the reasons for each of their demise. This article also addresses the factors facing technology-based education and the importance of its future.