I see examples of these concerns every day.
- When we are being advised about finding a new job, aren't we told that we have to have a brand? And like any good brand, it must be advertised fully to achieve recognition.
- In the workplace, we often produce written materials to inform and educate colleagues and management. How many times have you sent a document that answers every question a person would have only to be asked a question because the individual hasn't read the document that was provided?
- Participate in conference calls? Ever ask a participant a question only to have him ask you to repeat it because he was "multi-tasking" on something else?
These concerns or problems aren't new, but the speed of technology makes them so obvious.
Do I think that the Internet encourages it? Absolutely. Perhaps it's time to challenge our teachers, parents, writers, etc. to incorporate ways of using today's technology to improve the learning experience and better educate our kids.
Totally agree with you. I think people are constantly trying to place blame on someone or something beside themselves. Currently, the Internet is suffering the brunt of criticism.
ReplyDeleteAgree with you Julie and Danielle- the internet is an easy target. Just as much as there might be negatives with the internet- we can't forget the positive outcomes that internet has been used for.
ReplyDeleteTeachers and schools should find a way to incorporate technology to help kids learn. It's just like keeping up with the times. Educators can no longer ignore that these kids are growing up in a 'techy' generation. They can't fight it, so they should embrace it!
ReplyDeleteSchools need to find a way to integrate technology into the classroom, but it needs to be truly productive. I have observed that when it just gets integrated for the sake of saying that "we did it," "it" doesn't really exist. Studies need to be done in order to show how technology integration can be productive in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteI think schools are slowly integrating technology in to the classrooms. Teachers I know, love Smartboards that allow them to easily put dynamic content in front o students with short attention spans. There's promise.
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