Friday, April 24, 2009
Day 12
Although I cannot honestly say I recall much from this particular class, I do feel I must reflect upon the class as a whole. At first my resistance to technology hindered my ability to incorporate it into education, but now I feel as if education and technology are inextricably bound together, and separating one or the other would be disastrous. Let students learn in a way that satisfies the class, not the teacher or the district administrators. technology ought to enhance the flow and free exchange of information, rather than thwart interactive learning. Finally, it is important to remember that technology is not a panacea for education, just a mere tool to help facilitate learning when used properly and not arbitrarily. With a nod to JMG and all the others who helped open this road to educational technology, I rest my case and this blog for good.
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Although it does seem that much emphasis is being placed on technology in the classroom, I agree with you that technology should not be the basis of learning and teaching, but a mere tool. I think technology needs to find a medium in the classroom. Relying too heavily on it can cause negative effects on the students and it is not good to become too dependent on something. On the other hand, as a teacher you cannot completely steer away from using technology. I learned exactly that in this class. I thought that I could get away with being old fashioned and use a chalkboard and projector to teach, but after being exposed to all this new and great technology that can be used in the classroom,I am so excited to take advantage of it and, and explore all of its greatness. Technology is so important today, and it would be hard to ignore it, especially the huge impact it will have on your students' generation.
ReplyDeleteTechnology rules! And can only enhance a classroom. But i can certainly annoy and stress out teacher who is responsible for keeping up with all of the new inventions. Lucky us.
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