Played around all morning with the 3 web 2.0 tools reviewed in the article on David's blog. WOW! Great applications! I can see direct applications in my classroom. I am also finding out how little I know. I have been trying to "embed" some of these applications and haven't figured it out yet. Well, I'm sure that there are some instructions to be found on the web!
One thing that has become very clear to me is that the time spent investigating the applications can be prohibitive to most educators. We are limited on time as it is and the internet can be overwhelming. It is for me so I really feel for my more technology-limited colleagues. I know we have to change how we teach and we must integrate technology into our lessons. I think most teachers will need human guidance to navigate what's out there.
Well, back to more mundane matters, grading papers!
Now there's a job open for an enterprising teacher: technology coach. You are right most teachers need some hand holding and it's an opportunity, what do you think?
ReplyDeleteI definitely think it is an opportunity and a need in most districts. The only thing is that with all that is going on in education (lack of $), most districts will not offer that opportunity. It is a shame because students today have grown up with technology, and we have to change the way we teach to truly engage and motivate them. Most teachers I know really want to learn more and are receptive but the learning curve is daunting.
ReplyDeleteYou don't need to know it all. Curiosity and an attitude of willingness to learn go a long way. Think of your colleagues and what they know about using technology in teaching and compare that to what you are learning... can you learn along with them and keep a couple of jumps ahead?
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