TECHNOLOGY. Technology has become a very large part of our daily lives today. Teaching as a whole is being changed to be more technology oriented. I have differentiating thoughts on technology. I believe that it can be a good and bad thing. First of all, as a teacher technology should be used only in the most professional manner. In this case computers can serve as a valuable teaching school. Personally it is hard for me to accept the all the new forms of technology. After all I just purchased my first smart phone recently and even that I was not sure I wanted to do. I enjoy paper the feel and smell of it and how I can touch it. I
learn best by seeing and touching things so it helps me to highlight and underline things. For me my personal experiences have shaped how I feel about technology. Beliefs can be set according to many things such as personal experiences, social cultures, commitments, ideologies, etc. It is important however to hold an open mindset on new technology especially when you are entering a career field such as teaching. That does not mean that we should completely get rid of the old such a chalk boards and paper because every student learns differently. There are now many programs for math and science that use new technology such as smart boards. Programs like those can be helpful to teach skills that are likely to be used in future jobs for the students. I think that a mixture of "paper and pencil" skills and technology skills will be a very important part of the classroom in order to produce more "well rounded students". So whether you are open minded about technology or still trying to get used to the idea I would urge those who are preparing to teach to look into certain technology programs and weigh out pros and cons of them. Why? Because it will make you a more rounded person that can help others to understand technology. Have a little fun with it too. Be creative and be willing to accept and change your belief system. I know I have been pleasantly surprised at the technological world and maybe you can to. Now go learn :) Suggested Reading: http://www.melanieevemiller.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/technologyineducation.pdf
learn best by seeing and touching things so it helps me to highlight and underline things. For me my personal experiences have shaped how I feel about technology. Beliefs can be set according to many things such as personal experiences, social cultures, commitments, ideologies, etc. It is important however to hold an open mindset on new technology especially when you are entering a career field such as teaching. That does not mean that we should completely get rid of the old such a chalk boards and paper because every student learns differently. There are now many programs for math and science that use new technology such as smart boards. Programs like those can be helpful to teach skills that are likely to be used in future jobs for the students. I think that a mixture of "paper and pencil" skills and technology skills will be a very important part of the classroom in order to produce more "well rounded students". So whether you are open minded about technology or still trying to get used to the idea I would urge those who are preparing to teach to look into certain technology programs and weigh out pros and cons of them. Why? Because it will make you a more rounded person that can help others to understand technology. Have a little fun with it too. Be creative and be willing to accept and change your belief system. I know I have been pleasantly surprised at the technological world and maybe you can to. Now go learn :) Suggested Reading: http://www.melanieevemiller.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/technologyineducation.pdf
I thought I was the only one that would rather use pen and paper over a computer or ipad. All of the new technology is very confusing for me, but i'm trying to learn as I go!
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with some of your thoughts, and I too sometimes am resistant to the rapidly growing realm of technology, but as educators, I think it will be most beneficial to us and our students to overcome our technological "fears."
ReplyDeleteThis was a pleasure to read. I agree with Maegan, we have to face our fears. Most of the time these fears are simply fueled by ignorance and the unwillingness to take a risk.
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