I like that this chapter is basically a sum up of how technology is so integrated into our lives. The transitions and advances we have made have brought us so far compared to where we were. I remember back when I was growing up in the 80's that computers were rare in homes. I also remember my mother telling me I needed to learn as much as I could because it was going to be essential in years to come. I thought it was nice that this chapter went over the different views from the past.
I have to admit though that I do wish it had a bit more information on the history of computer evolution in general. I think knowing how we ended up with computers is important, because then you know where you have come from. I think here in modern time people have become so use to technology that they have forgotten how it was before, so I would have liked to see a little more on that. I think it is humbling.
I really enjoyed learning about the different things I could use within the classroom. There are two examples of math teachers on pages 18 and 19. The first one Mr. Tucker seems to find teaching easier since he added technology to the class, by having his lecture notes and worksheets and so on ready to go. I also liked that the Second teacher Ms. Williams was able to get the students to work together on a project using technology much like they would in an actual work field later in life. I feel that is important because I felt so under prepared for the real world after high school.
I think I would definitely like to incorporate some type of activity in my class when I begin to teach that woudl help prepare the students for life after high school. I think it is important that they know how to communicate and work with one another and so I woudl want to use that. I feel a blog simular to hat we are using here would be benneficial and also working on a group research paper where they had to work together to get internet information and collaborately put it togther. There are many other things I'd like to do, but these are just a few.
The more I learn the more excited I get about begin able to pass that knowledge on, and I think that is what being a teacher is really all about so this knew knowledge of integrating technology is very exciting for me.
I enjoyed reading your blog! I agree with your statement about learning how to incorporate in the classroom to teach that would help better prepare students for life after high school, I would love to learn also! And that passing on knowledge to students is the true joy of teaching! Great Blog!
ReplyDeleteI think it is important for us remember that we did not have this technology available generations ago. This makes me appreciate the technology we do have. We are lucky that we can type and save documents, communicate with others who are overseas, etc. Before everyone had to write letters then mail the letter to the destination. This is not the case now, we can communicate instantaneously with one another. There is not a waiting period for that long lost communication. I am glad you're getting excited about being able to help and support your future classroom by integrating technology.
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