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This document discusses the author's views on technology in education. It describes how technology has changed the author's teaching methods and how students now learn. As a middle school teacher, the author uses technology to teach basic computer skills and engage students, as traditional paper-and-pencil methods no longer hold their attention. Readings discussed different schools' approaches to technology integration, including "bring your own device" initiatives. The author plans to implement clear rules, parental involvement, and digital citizenship training when using technology in the classroom. The conclusion states the author's views have expanded on how technology can be used to ensure all students have a full learning experience.

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This document discusses the author's views on technology in education. It describes how technology has changed the author's teaching methods and how students now learn. As a middle school teacher, the author uses technology to teach basic computer skills and engage students, as traditional paper-and-pencil methods no longer hold their attention. Readings discussed different schools' approaches to technology integration, including "bring your own device" initiatives. The author plans to implement clear rules, parental involvement, and digital citizenship training when using technology in the classroom. The conclusion states the author's views have expanded on how technology can be used to ensure all students have a full learning experience.

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Current Views of Technology

Florence O. Williams

January 15, 2014

CAT 531: Computer Based Instructional Technologies

Instructor: Dr. Becky Bartel

Current Views of Technology

I remember being a little girl and watching shows like The Jetsons and being
amazed of what the future could really bring. With a robot maid and flying cars, I just
knew that in the 2000s would bring the most far-reaching technology that would help
make our lives easier. Although, Rosie the robot maid, is not available to wash the
dishes and clean the house, technology has truly changed our lives mostly for the
better. Technology of the 21st Century has brought us the smallest, slimmest, lightest
weight, and fastest versions of devices than in previous years. When you think about it
the average teenager knows does not know life without a cell phone. This generation
was born into the technology age and it has totally affected the way they learn and live.
Before teaching, technology was a way of entertainment. Of course, it was used
in my everyday work life as a means of productivity but that was the extent of it. Now as
a classroom teacher, I use technology in a number of ways. I have to use technology in
a more advanced way that before. I teach middle school students Business Education.
Therefore, I have to teach them basic computer skills as well as netiquette and positive
technological engagement. Basic paper and pencil does not work anymore. Students
get bored very easily. Therefore, teachers have to find innovative ways to teach. That
is where technology plays a huge role. The recommended readings were exceptionally
helpful. It was great to examine how other schools are utilizing technology in their
classrooms for all learning purposes both academic and behavioral.

Information and Readings

A Changing Landscape in Technology- Reading through the articles in this


section, I realized that technology in education is still fairly new and is still in a trial and
error phase. For instance, in the Antero Garcia article, he was very blunt on the
successes and failures he came across using social media in his classroom. He
identified the different positions he had using the medium and recognized that his job is
to facilitate conversation through social media and face-to-face interaction (DML Hub,
2015.)
One issue that most school systems face including the one I work for is how to
embrace this new technology but still have some structure and boundaries.
Administrators in Foryth County, GA implemented the bring your own device initiative
and saw that it was working very well for their schools. However, the initiatives brought
about a number of questions and potential problems. Although the initiatives brought an
innovated way to help dispel the economic issues and budget restraints of schools, how
will the schools ensure student safety and other problems that may occur? How do we
ensure that students do not abuse their privileges? I believe just like with any other
policy you have to try many different approaches to see what works for your students
and systems. The following tips were really great and I plan on using these in my
classroom:
Be clear about the rules- post rules, have parents and students sign policies to ensure
everyone knows consequences.
Develop a systematic rollout.
Teach digital citizenship- initiatives should focus on student behavior as infrastructure,
given the trouble students can get into otherwise.

Conclusion
In conclusion, my views on technology have not changed but more so have been
expanded. I can use technology to ensure all types of learners get the full experience in
my classroom. Using Google Docs as a means for sharing documents or Bring your
own Device to help students become proficient at effectively using their devices for
more than talk and text. Technology in education has thoroughly evolved and will
continue to be a force in the future. I guess we will have a Rosie the robot teaching
our classes sooner than we think.

Bibliography

Flanigan, Robin L. Schools Set Boundaries for Use of Students' Digital Devices.
(n.d.). Retrieved January 15, 2015, from http://www.edweek.org/dd/articles/2013/02/06/
DML Hub. (n.d.). Retrieved January 15, 2015, from
http://dmlhub.net/newsroom/expert-interviews/using-social-media-fuel-face-faceinteraction-classroom

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