Technology in the Classroom

I have learned many different tools and devices by taking Technology in Education at Susquehanna. I remember the first class when I left with clueless thoughts about technology. I was both overwhelmed and nervous because I had no idea what a 21st century classroom was. Now, I WILL have a 21st century classroom full of technology for my students to use.

Tools such as Google Docs, Microsoft Office, Powerpoints, Scavenger Hunts, Web Quests, Pod Casts, Blogs, Web pages, as well as many other computer sources can be beneficial in the classroom. As a techer, I see myself relying heavily on online games and activities. I am an elementary education major and students that age love interacting and using hands on activities. There are games on the web that are fun and enjoyable for children those ages. These games are educational as well as challenging. I would love to incorporate the computer into as many lesson presentations as I can. If I were to teach older students, blog entries, emails, and web pages are great ways to interact with peers as well as faculty in school systems. Lastly, I would want to incorporate stories on CD Rom or through the use of online recordings. Many students become greatly engaged in listening to a story through audio.

My views of technology in the classroom have changed greatly over the past seven weeks. The first week of class I had an idea of technology as google.com and you tube. As weeks progresssed and assignments were assigned, I burst out of my bubble to witness a great world of technoloical tools for students to use. Technology is changing at such a rapid pace that I am excited to see where it will stand two years from now, when I have my own classroom!


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