One of the ideas I took out of Ch. 7 was the section on Integration Strategies of allowing technology to play a key role in changing the way teachers break away from the tradition role and instead become facilitators of learning. I compared this with the article’s section when it talks about shifting classrooms to becoming more student-centered (10). If you interconnect these two ideas to each other I think it will allow for more students to be engaged in what they are thinking, but also allowing students to be on the same playing field as the teacher. If we do this progressively, both the students and teachers will learn from each other allowing them to become more motivated to want to learn and gaining knowledge both traditionally and with new technology advancements. With new technology advancements happening everyday it opens up a new way to teach and gain knowledge for both the students and teachers. Success then becomes assessable for everyone.
I too think it will be beneficial for students and teachers to use technology in the classroom. I agree that students and teachers will learn from one another and better understand different modes of technology.
While reading chapter 7, it really made me think harder about the use of technology in my future classroom. Although I have been saying that I hope to incorporate technology and stay up to date with it- just by doing this doesn't mean that it will be effective and beneficial to my students. I think it is really important to evaluate the technologies effectiveness before, during, and after just like the book says. I'm glad that I read this chapter because it really makes you realize how much work as a teacher you have to do to make sure you're using technology to its fullest, and finding the right technology for your specific classroom. Also, when I was reading the 2014 NMC Horizon report, I was really taken back by the section called "Rethinking how schools work". I think that it is important to have structure in the classroom and I hope that this never changes. There are efforts being made by NGLC that hope to change the way classrooms work and somewhat personalize it to their students. Although this would take a long time to do, I hope that classrooms keep their structure because I believe that a personalized classroom would create a lot of chaos and could be distractions to many students.
After reading chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report, it made me reflect on how to transition technology in the classroom to promote higher learning. It is important to systematically make use of our technology to promote a student centered learning. As teachers we need to do more than just give this technology to our students as an extra resource. Teachers now should be incorporating projects and simulations involving technology to solve more complex concepts and real life situations. The use of social media for educational purposes and online learning helps build learning and intellectual communities outside of the classroom. Incorporating a student centered based curriculum using technology is a very big responsibility for the teacher. When creating the online curriculum a teacher needs organized structure, meaningful activities, multiple modes of thinking, different learning styles, motivated assessments, a social connection, and a way to monitor the quality of education while developing students' skills. I believe when we begin teaching in the future our classrooms will be forced to challenge the students and ourselves with technology to promote higher level thinking for future generations.
I like how you mention that the use of social media is important for outside of the classroom. In the Horizon Report, they mention using iPads in class and how it can increase test scores. My question is, how do you prevent students from the many distractions the iPad has to offer, including social media sites, in the classroom.
Chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report both have great information regarding technology in the classroom and its use to encourage learning. The six trends discussed in the Horizon report are a great idea and very descriptive. They also can be used as a good tool for teachers to look back to and get a second opinion on technology in the classroom. I also think that Social media can be a great tool used in the classroom, and can offer a great way to connect information from students to teachers and to stay in contact with one another out of the class room. Overall however, I firmly believe that education with technology needs to be used as much as possible and these both address great ways to do so.
After reading chapter 7 what I got out of it was to keep up with technology inside the classroom. I thought the the NMC Report was really interesting and relatable to us as future educators as it talked about the fast growing trends that will be happening in the short future. Learning about all of the new technology that will soon be available to teachers across the nation was also very cool. I feel with so much more new options it will be easier to keep the students interested, as long as you choose wisely as to what techniques you will be using.
I really enjoyed reading the article and Chapter 7. It made me realize that just using technology in the classroom may not fully benefit the students. As a teacher you have to analyze the technology and ensure that the students would be getting as much out of the technology being used. Although students may find using different modes of technology in the classroom exciting and interesting, we must make sure that it will actually help them throughout their education. It is evident that technology can help propel students forward and allow them to think more critically and become better problem solvers both in and out of the classroom. Therefore, as teachers we must understand technology and find ways to incorporate it into our lessons in a productive and efficient way.
When I read chapter 7 and the Horizon report, I felt it really lined up with a lot of the beliefs and ideas. I agreed with the book when it talked about how not all technology you may find useful will have the same result you imagined in your head. Being able to foresee if a student at the grade level you teach would be able to comprehend and/or handle the technology is a quality an educator must have. Technology must be engaging for the students but not a distraction from the curriculum. Online education is also important to manage and organize.
I agree with the idea of how not all technology you may find useful will have the same result you imagined in your head. Although you might have a good idea for something in the classroom using technology, you must also test it out and be prepared for things to go wrong, too.
As I was reading Chapter 7 as well as the 2014 Horizon report I was a bit overwhelmed at first. The Chapter really emphasizes the hard work and long hours I will have to put in as a teacher to find the most efficient technology system/philosophy/programs to use for my students to learn the best way possible. However after I concluded both of the readings, I was able to digest more ways of incorporating technology that are not so overwhelming for myself and my students. I believe social media is a great tool to connect with your students. One college class I recently took was linked up with our twitter accounts in which we were able to ask questions as well as answer fellow student questions. I realize it is a lot, but this technology will be used in these kids jobs when they enter the real world so it is important they begin to acclimate themselves to it at a young age.
I enjoyed this weeks readings, of Chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report. In particular I enjoyed the part of the article talking about "Games and Gamification". Nowadays more people are enjoying games instead of the typical stereotype of only men enjoy games, we are seeing more and more female 'gamers'. Using games as a way to teach classes topics is a great change from the normal way of teaching and has the potential to get students more involved. Chapter 7 talks about being careful of what technology you use to teach your students and i agree that you should be careful with your choice of games and make sure that the focus of the game is educational. Through the use of the Kinect and Wii we see people getting more active and moving around more, if this is a way to combat a lazy life style, then there should be a way to implement the same technology into education that makes it fun for students to interact with, but I believe we have quite mastered a way for it to be structured enough for schooling.
I found chapter 7 interesting especially the many examples of lesson plans and how technology plays a role in the everyday classroom. All of the lesson plans rely heavily on the use of technology whether it be the use of Microsoft, Smartboards, and even clickers. Most teachers nowadays are dependent on technology in the classroom, and the teachers who do not use technology in the classroom are looked on as “old-school” or not up-to-date. In the Horizon Report, it stated that in a study, 129 students that were provided iPads consistently performed better on tests than the 137 without them. I think that is strange that some schools provide iPads to students, simply because there are so many distractions on them. I would disagree with using iPads in the classroom because not only would it be distracting to the students, I think it would be distracting to the teachers too.
I agree with this, Elayna. I would not feel comfortable giving students an Ipad, even with eliminating extra apps. The ipad (I think) automatically and always has "Notes" "Weather" "Camera" etc, which provides too many distractions for students and I feel would take away from the lesson. Especially with younger children, the chances of all of them paying attention and following directions when they have ipads in their hands are slim to none. However, this does then create a challenge when technology is so distracting because if a teacher does not use it, like you said, is considered "old" or "old school."
Reading through Horizon report's six trends made me realize how much technology is truly influencing the way a classroom is organized and how teachers are expected to guide students in their learning. The first trend about rethinking the roles of teachers particularly stuck out to me. The article discussed the increase in the amount of flipped classrooms as a result of determining how class time will be used effectively. Having grown up in a lecture-based classroom, it's hard to for me to fathom the changes taking place in the classroom due to technology, and how lectures are now made available online outside of class for students to watch at their own pace. I can see the advantages of this and how it would be beneficial to students in their learning. Having a flipped classroom would encourage students to use technology in a productive way outside of the classroom and allow them to engage in the classroom better. I also agree with Chapter 7 that it is essential to keep up with technology and make sure to incorporate it into a lesson that would best benefit a student in his or her own learning.
As I was reading Chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report, I was taken aback by how much planning goes into working with online software and applications. As a student, you don’t get to see all of the hard work and planning a teacher has to do to make sure a lesson plan goes the way it should. Even though all of the evaluations and feedbacks from the teachers, students, and even the schools as a whole seems a little tedious, in my opinion, it is such a great way for the teachers to understand if their students are taking what they should from the lesson and if the software and applications being used are doing their jobs. I am a future teacher who is scared of the idea of using technology in my classroom, on the simple fact that I know so little about technology and there is so much to learn. It is proven that the technology being used has helped students become more engaged into the classroom and more egger to learn. Io do though, enjoy the fact of using online software to help students. I feel like this is a small enough incorporation, that can have major effects on student learning their overall enjoyment of a lesson plan.
I noticed that too we never seem to appreciate all the hard work teachers put into the classroom because its all behind the scenes or in their home. The day may end and we get to go home but they're either staying at school late or bringing their work home with them.
i completely agree with you on how teacher get very little recognition. I remember my teachers lecturing us on how long of days they have. Coming in early to help student, then a full day of classes, then stay after school to help students, then plan and grade homework/tests. I never understood how much work they put into a lesson until I started taking my education classes. I also think that this constant need to be up to date on technology will add on even more time to their busy schedules.
In the Horizon Report, one thing that initially stuck out to me was the idea of a flipped classroom. The flipped classroom seems like it would be extremely high-risk, high-reward. I know as a middle/high school student I wouldn't have put in nearly enough of the effort that is needed to maintain that kind of environment. I have a similar feeling about Open Education Resources, as it is a good idea in theory, but very hard to execute. It would be very beneficial if all authors and researchers left their finding open and free to the public, but for the most part, the vast knowledge will need to be bought. Thirdly, intuitive technology; although equally challenging as the previously mentioned, I feel like this should be our first priority of integrating into the classroom. Things like touch screens, voice controls, and Kinect, get the students directly involved in the learning, and usually the students absorb the info exponentially faster.
I also think a flipped classroom is extremely risky but if they're done correctly it can be a valuable asset. The quality of the time used in flip classrooms seems to be the most important upside. But as you said, it sounds great in theory but problematic in practice.
I enjoyed chapter 7 and found it to be very engaging. I used to always call myself good with technology until I started with this class.I realized I was just basing that off of being able to use my iphone, ipad, and dvd player (which my parents struggle with immensely). I realized taking this class the diversity and endless opportunities and resources/services technology can offer, especially in a classroom. I now realize the amount of preparation a teacher must engage in PRIOR to class, with practicing with technology. For example, if there were to be an issue or malfunction, the teacher needs to have a Plan B to not ruin the lesson plan scheduled. This is something I would struggle with, i feel. So, as the horizon report mentioned, I think a flip classroom would be awesome. Not necessarily for preschool or kindergarden (which is my main focus), but like professor dreier mentioned with math. For someone who constantly struggled in math, this idea would have helped me so much more, even with receiving help outside of school, and it uses technology to improve comprehension for those dedicated students. However, my main question while always reading this though...is how can you guarantee every student will have access for this technology if the school doesn't supply it? And if the school does not supply it, then technology chances decrease significantly.
While reading Chapter 7 and the horizon report it amuses me how much time teachers have to put into their job and how little recognition they get for it. I know a lot of people think that being a teacher is one of the easier jobs but I disagree. Especially with technology growing in the classrooms teachers now spend hours playing around with and learning new apps, programs and software that would benefit their students. I feel as if integrating more technology in the classroom helps students get more excited about learning and coming in school. It helps them interact and want to learn instead of just coming to class and listening to a lecture and a teacher write on the board. I think especially if they do not have these toys (Ipads, computers, smartboards…) at home it makes them want to come to school to be able to experience them. I think there are a lot of benefits to having technology in the classroom.
Before reading Chapter 7 and the Horizon report I have never put a lot of thought into what kind of technology I am going to use in my future classroom until reading this article. I didn’t think about how some technology might not benefit them as much as other kinds of technology. I also never thought about how much time my teachers in high school and below spent looking at what kind of technologies that they want us to use. Another thing is a teachers are constantly having to stay up to date on the latest technology and how it may or may not benefit your students, which means you have to constantly learn how to use things.
The part of chapter 7 that really caught my attention was on page 359 when it refers to “Technical quality and ease of use”. My biggest problem with technology is the fear of the unknown. While it may be less exciting and engaging, it has been proven that lecture, and note taking, mixed with class discussion is an effective way of learning with minimal time wasting. Many technologies that are available can be fun and grab the attention of my students, but in the time it takes to get everyone on the same page and ready to go, I feel like I can only get one third of the information across vs. if I were to use a more traditional approach. With that said, I look forward to doing my observation hours and learning from teachers who feel the same way I do and have found a way around this barrier. At the end of the day, quality is more important than quantity in my book, and I feel technology can bring that to the table. Nevertheless, with the state and feds cracking down on curriculum it is critical to meet standards and ensure that students can follow along.
I think as teachers we must be able to adapt to the ever-changing world of technology and integrate it into our lessons. Before reading the chapter I didn’t really realize how fast technology can change or become outdated. I think choosing effective ways to integrate technology is very important, but the quality of the technology is even more important. This class has helped me gain more knowledge of which apps will be worth my time and worth my students’ time and which will not. As a future high school teacher I believe interactive technology will always be kind of limited for me because at some point the technology will most likely just become a distraction. On the other hand if there was a program that is simple and easy for me to control then I think it could be beneficial. One of the problems I always run into is technology failing at the wrong times, so all that planning could potentially go to waste if there isn’t a reliable source of in class tech.
Reading Chapter 7 reinforced much of what I already knew about technology in the classroom but also helped me see things in different ways as well as driving home the importance. What I took away from it most was that if you put in the work and find effective ways to integrate technology into the classroom, it will make the learning process easier for both the students and the teacher. Like it or not, social media is a big part of our students' lives and will be for the foreseeable future. By tying in things like twitter into lessons, you can often get responses from students quicker because they check their phones every two seconds. The world is getting smaller so the distance between education and the student should shrink as well.
Reading chapter 7 and the horizon report, as a future educator, I know that our generation is the technology generation. We have come a long way with the Internet and social media, yet it is still rapidly changing. It seems like in today’s time that we cannot go anywhere without our cell phones or tablets. As much as I am strongly against not using technology as much as we do use it, even though I am an active user of it (wishing I was not), I know that it will be highly important to use technology in my classroom with my students. Engaging my students to the wide variety of subjects on the Internet, apps, and activities will get them involved and interacting in many more ways. When I was in grade school, I did not like just sitting there and listening to my teacher lecture through a book. And when I was in middle school, before mostly everyone had a cell phone or laptop, I always looked forward to using the technology in class and sharing my project through PowerPoint and Prezi.
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One of the ideas I took out of Ch. 7 was the section on Integration Strategies of allowing technology to play a key role in changing the way teachers break away from the tradition role and instead become facilitators of learning. I compared this with the article’s section when it talks about shifting classrooms to becoming more student-centered (10). If you interconnect these two ideas to each other I think it will allow for more students to be engaged in what they are thinking, but also allowing students to be on the same playing field as the teacher. If we do this progressively, both the students and teachers will learn from each other allowing them to become more motivated to want to learn and gaining knowledge both traditionally and with new technology advancements. With new technology advancements happening everyday it opens up a new way to teach and gain knowledge for both the students and teachers. Success then becomes assessable for everyone.
ReplyDeleteI too think it will be beneficial for students and teachers to use technology in the classroom. I agree that students and teachers will learn from one another and better understand different modes of technology.
DeleteWhile reading chapter 7, it really made me think harder about the use of technology in my future classroom. Although I have been saying that I hope to incorporate technology and stay up to date with it- just by doing this doesn't mean that it will be effective and beneficial to my students. I think it is really important to evaluate the technologies effectiveness before, during, and after just like the book says. I'm glad that I read this chapter because it really makes you realize how much work as a teacher you have to do to make sure you're using technology to its fullest, and finding the right technology for your specific classroom. Also, when I was reading the 2014 NMC Horizon report, I was really taken back by the section called "Rethinking how schools work". I think that it is important to have structure in the classroom and I hope that this never changes. There are efforts being made by NGLC that hope to change the way classrooms work and somewhat personalize it to their students. Although this would take a long time to do, I hope that classrooms keep their structure because I believe that a personalized classroom would create a lot of chaos and could be distractions to many students.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report, it made me reflect on how to transition technology in the classroom to promote higher learning. It is important to systematically make use of our technology to promote a student centered learning. As teachers we need to do more than just give this technology to our students as an extra resource. Teachers now should be incorporating projects and simulations involving technology to solve more complex concepts and real life situations. The use of social media for educational purposes and online learning helps build learning and intellectual communities outside of the classroom. Incorporating a student centered based curriculum using technology is a very big responsibility for the teacher. When creating the online curriculum a teacher needs organized structure, meaningful activities, multiple modes of thinking, different learning styles, motivated assessments, a social connection, and a way to monitor the quality of education while developing students' skills. I believe when we begin teaching in the future our classrooms will be forced to challenge the students and ourselves with technology to promote higher level thinking for future generations.
ReplyDeleteI like how you mention that the use of social media is important for outside of the classroom. In the Horizon Report, they mention using iPads in class and how it can increase test scores. My question is, how do you prevent students from the many distractions the iPad has to offer, including social media sites, in the classroom.
DeleteChapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report both have great information regarding technology in the classroom and its use to encourage learning. The six trends discussed in the Horizon report are a great idea and very descriptive. They also can be used as a good tool for teachers to look back to and get a second opinion on technology in the classroom. I also think that Social media can be a great tool used in the classroom, and can offer a great way to connect information from students to teachers and to stay in contact with one another out of the class room. Overall however, I firmly believe that education with technology needs to be used as much as possible and these both address great ways to do so.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading chapter 7 what I got out of it was to keep up with technology inside the classroom. I thought the the NMC Report was really interesting and relatable to us as future educators as it talked about the fast growing trends that will be happening in the short future. Learning about all of the new technology that will soon be available to teachers across the nation was also very cool. I feel with so much more new options it will be easier to keep the students interested, as long as you choose wisely as to what techniques you will be using.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading the article and Chapter 7. It made me realize that just using technology in the classroom may not fully benefit the students. As a teacher you have to analyze the technology and ensure that the students would be getting as much out of the technology being used. Although students may find using different modes of technology in the classroom exciting and interesting, we must make sure that it will actually help them throughout their education. It is evident that technology can help propel students forward and allow them to think more critically and become better problem solvers both in and out of the classroom. Therefore, as teachers we must understand technology and find ways to incorporate it into our lessons in a productive and efficient way.
ReplyDeleteWhen I read chapter 7 and the Horizon report, I felt it really lined up with a lot of the beliefs and ideas. I agreed with the book when it talked about how not all technology you may find useful will have the same result you imagined in your head. Being able to foresee if a student at the grade level you teach would be able to comprehend and/or handle the technology is a quality an educator must have. Technology must be engaging for the students but not a distraction from the curriculum. Online education is also important to manage and organize.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the idea of how not all technology you may find useful will have the same result you imagined in your head. Although you might have a good idea for something in the classroom using technology, you must also test it out and be prepared for things to go wrong, too.
DeleteAs I was reading Chapter 7 as well as the 2014 Horizon report I was a bit overwhelmed at first. The Chapter really emphasizes the hard work and long hours I will have to put in as a teacher to find the most efficient technology system/philosophy/programs to use for my students to learn the best way possible. However after I concluded both of the readings, I was able to digest more ways of incorporating technology that are not so overwhelming for myself and my students. I believe social media is a great tool to connect with your students. One college class I recently took was linked up with our twitter accounts in which we were able to ask questions as well as answer fellow student questions. I realize it is a lot, but this technology will be used in these kids jobs when they enter the real world so it is important they begin to acclimate themselves to it at a young age.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this weeks readings, of Chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report. In particular I enjoyed the part of the article talking about "Games and Gamification". Nowadays more people are enjoying games instead of the typical stereotype of only men enjoy games, we are seeing more and more female 'gamers'. Using games as a way to teach classes topics is a great change from the normal way of teaching and has the potential to get students more involved. Chapter 7 talks about being careful of what technology you use to teach your students and i agree that you should be careful with your choice of games and make sure that the focus of the game is educational. Through the use of the Kinect and Wii we see people getting more active and moving around more, if this is a way to combat a lazy life style, then there should be a way to implement the same technology into education that makes it fun for students to interact with, but I believe we have quite mastered a way for it to be structured enough for schooling.
ReplyDeleteI found chapter 7 interesting especially the many examples of lesson plans and how technology plays a role in the everyday classroom. All of the lesson plans rely heavily on the use of technology whether it be the use of Microsoft, Smartboards, and even clickers. Most teachers nowadays are dependent on technology in the classroom, and the teachers who do not use technology in the classroom are looked on as “old-school” or not up-to-date. In the Horizon Report, it stated that in a study, 129 students that were provided iPads consistently performed better on tests than the 137 without them. I think that is strange that some schools provide iPads to students, simply because there are so many distractions on them. I would disagree with using iPads in the classroom because not only would it be distracting to the students, I think it would be distracting to the teachers too.
ReplyDeleteI agree with this, Elayna. I would not feel comfortable giving students an Ipad, even with eliminating extra apps. The ipad (I think) automatically and always has "Notes" "Weather" "Camera" etc, which provides too many distractions for students and I feel would take away from the lesson. Especially with younger children, the chances of all of them paying attention and following directions when they have ipads in their hands are slim to none. However, this does then create a challenge when technology is so distracting because if a teacher does not use it, like you said, is considered "old" or "old school."
DeleteReading through Horizon report's six trends made me realize how much technology is truly influencing the way a classroom is organized and how teachers are expected to guide students in their learning. The first trend about rethinking the roles of teachers particularly stuck out to me. The article discussed the increase in the amount of flipped classrooms as a result of determining how class time will be used effectively. Having grown up in a lecture-based classroom, it's hard to for me to fathom the changes taking place in the classroom due to technology, and how lectures are now made available online outside of class for students to watch at their own pace. I can see the advantages of this and how it would be beneficial to students in their learning. Having a flipped classroom would encourage students to use technology in a productive way outside of the classroom and allow them to engage in the classroom better. I also agree with Chapter 7 that it is essential to keep up with technology and make sure to incorporate it into a lesson that would best benefit a student in his or her own learning.
ReplyDeleteAs I was reading Chapter 7 and the 2014 Horizon report, I was taken aback by how much planning goes into working with online software and applications. As a student, you don’t get to see all of the hard work and planning a teacher has to do to make sure a lesson plan goes the way it should. Even though all of the evaluations and feedbacks from the teachers, students, and even the schools as a whole seems a little tedious, in my opinion, it is such a great way for the teachers to understand if their students are taking what they should from the lesson and if the software and applications being used are doing their jobs. I am a future teacher who is scared of the idea of using technology in my classroom, on the simple fact that I know so little about technology and there is so much to learn. It is proven that the technology being used has helped students become more engaged into the classroom and more egger to learn. Io do though, enjoy the fact of using online software to help students. I feel like this is a small enough incorporation, that can have major effects on student learning their overall enjoyment of a lesson plan.
ReplyDeleteI noticed that too we never seem to appreciate all the hard work teachers put into the classroom because its all behind the scenes or in their home. The day may end and we get to go home but they're either staying at school late or bringing their work home with them.
Deletei completely agree with you on how teacher get very little recognition. I remember my teachers lecturing us on how long of days they have. Coming in early to help student, then a full day of classes, then stay after school to help students, then plan and grade homework/tests. I never understood how much work they put into a lesson until I started taking my education classes. I also think that this constant need to be up to date on technology will add on even more time to their busy schedules.
DeleteIn the Horizon Report, one thing that initially stuck out to me was the idea of a flipped classroom. The flipped classroom seems like it would be extremely high-risk, high-reward. I know as a middle/high school student I wouldn't have put in nearly enough of the effort that is needed to maintain that kind of environment. I have a similar feeling about Open Education Resources, as it is a good idea in theory, but very hard to execute. It would be very beneficial if all authors and researchers left their finding open and free to the public, but for the most part, the vast knowledge will need to be bought. Thirdly, intuitive technology; although equally challenging as the previously mentioned, I feel like this should be our first priority of integrating into the classroom. Things like touch screens, voice controls, and Kinect, get the students directly involved in the learning, and usually the students absorb the info exponentially faster.
ReplyDeleteI also think a flipped classroom is extremely risky but if they're done correctly it can be a valuable asset. The quality of the time used in flip classrooms seems to be the most important upside. But as you said, it sounds great in theory but problematic in practice.
DeleteI enjoyed chapter 7 and found it to be very engaging. I used to always call myself good with technology until I started with this class.I realized I was just basing that off of being able to use my iphone, ipad, and dvd player (which my parents struggle with immensely). I realized taking this class the diversity and endless opportunities and resources/services technology can offer, especially in a classroom. I now realize the amount of preparation a teacher must engage in PRIOR to class, with practicing with technology. For example, if there were to be an issue or malfunction, the teacher needs to have a Plan B to not ruin the lesson plan scheduled. This is something I would struggle with, i feel. So, as the horizon report mentioned, I think a flip classroom would be awesome. Not necessarily for preschool or kindergarden (which is my main focus), but like professor dreier mentioned with math. For someone who constantly struggled in math, this idea would have helped me so much more, even with receiving help outside of school, and it uses technology to improve comprehension for those dedicated students. However, my main question while always reading this though...is how can you guarantee every student will have access for this technology if the school doesn't supply it? And if the school does not supply it, then technology chances decrease significantly.
ReplyDeleteWhile reading Chapter 7 and the horizon report it amuses me how much time teachers have to put into their job and how little recognition they get for it. I know a lot of people think that being a teacher is one of the easier jobs but I disagree. Especially with technology growing in the classrooms teachers now spend hours playing around with and learning new apps, programs and software that would benefit their students. I feel as if integrating more technology in the classroom helps students get more excited about learning and coming in school. It helps them interact and want to learn instead of just coming to class and listening to a lecture and a teacher write on the board. I think especially if they do not have these toys (Ipads, computers, smartboards…) at home it makes them want to come to school to be able to experience them. I think there are a lot of benefits to having technology in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteBefore reading Chapter 7 and the Horizon report I have never put a lot of thought into what kind of technology I am going to use in my future classroom until reading this article. I didn’t think about how some technology might not benefit them as much as other kinds of technology. I also never thought about how much time my teachers in high school and below spent looking at what kind of technologies that they want us to use. Another thing is a teachers are constantly having to stay up to date on the latest technology and how it may or may not benefit your students, which means you have to constantly learn how to use things.
ReplyDeleteThe part of chapter 7 that really caught my attention was on page 359 when it refers to “Technical quality and ease of use”. My biggest problem with technology is the fear of the unknown. While it may be less exciting and engaging, it has been proven that lecture, and note taking, mixed with class discussion is an effective way of learning with minimal time wasting. Many technologies that are available can be fun and grab the attention of my students, but in the time it takes to get everyone on the same page and ready to go, I feel like I can only get one third of the information across vs. if I were to use a more traditional approach. With that said, I look forward to doing my observation hours and learning from teachers who feel the same way I do and have found a way around this barrier. At the end of the day, quality is more important than quantity in my book, and I feel technology can bring that to the table. Nevertheless, with the state and feds cracking down on curriculum it is critical to meet standards and ensure that students can follow along.
ReplyDeleteI think as teachers we must be able to adapt to the ever-changing world of technology and integrate it into our lessons. Before reading the chapter I didn’t really realize how fast technology can change or become outdated. I think choosing effective ways to integrate technology is very important, but the quality of the technology is even more important. This class has helped me gain more knowledge of which apps will be worth my time and worth my students’ time and which will not. As a future high school teacher I believe interactive technology will always be kind of limited for me because at some point the technology will most likely just become a distraction. On the other hand if there was a program that is simple and easy for me to control then I think it could be beneficial. One of the problems I always run into is technology failing at the wrong times, so all that planning could potentially go to waste if there isn’t a reliable source of in class tech.
ReplyDeleteReading Chapter 7 reinforced much of what I already knew about technology in the classroom but also helped me see things in different ways as well as driving home the importance. What I took away from it most was that if you put in the work and find effective ways to integrate technology into the classroom, it will make the learning process easier for both the students and the teacher. Like it or not, social media is a big part of our students' lives and will be for the foreseeable future. By tying in things like twitter into lessons, you can often get responses from students quicker because they check their phones every two seconds. The world is getting smaller so the distance between education and the student should shrink as well.
ReplyDeleteReading chapter 7 and the horizon report, as a future educator, I know that our generation is the technology generation. We have come a long way with the Internet and social media, yet it is still rapidly changing. It seems like in today’s time that we cannot go anywhere without our cell phones or tablets. As much as I am strongly against not using technology as much as we do use it, even though I am an active user of it (wishing I was not), I know that it will be highly important to use technology in my classroom with my students. Engaging my students to the wide variety of subjects on the Internet, apps, and activities will get them involved and interacting in many more ways. When I was in grade school, I did not like just sitting there and listening to my teacher lecture through a book. And when I was in middle school, before mostly everyone had a cell phone or laptop, I always looked forward to using the technology in class and sharing my project through PowerPoint and Prezi.
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