Learning About Technology

On the 1st day of class, I didn't think I would comprehend any of the main concepts. I was under the impression that this class was hard and being that I wasn't as technologically literate as I should have been; I was nervous. After we completed our first day of class, I was overwhelmed, but I could tell I was about to learn some valuable information. From each day thereafter, I continued to learn how to manipulate technology and implement it in the classroom setting. I practiced everything we learned on my own computer, so that I could remember it. I feel that as a future educator a class like this is EXTREMELY critical. As a teacher, we are the main example the students have; we can't know everything, but to know something is the key. Technology in the school systems and in our society is on the rise and it's taking over. We cannot dismiss the fact that these skills are important for us; even more our students. I am thankful for this class, and I believe all teachers should be required to take a class like this. It is crucial for their development as well; they have to be up to date (and this is the way to get them their). I know as teacher, I will use technology in the classroom. I LOVE Kidspiration [by Inspiration] software, and I definitely will use it in my classroom for concept maps and other creative activities that I may think of. Some teachers over-do technology in the classroom and others don't do use it enough; I will use it just enough, making sure my students meet the ISTE standards and have time to sharpen and master their technological skills. Lastly, I like the ISTE standards and I feel they are attainable and simple. It shouldn't be problem helping students reach those standards.