All along I believed technology was somewhat important in the classroom for certain lessons, ideas and activities, but now that I have a broader view of what all it can be used for, I now believe much more that it isvery important in many more ways. I believe technology can very much help to enhance students' knowledge and education as well as help them to be more open and interested in the information being taught. Some of the benefits to having technology in the classroom for me as a teacher, is that I will be able to use it in various was to access information, lesson plans, other lesson plan ideas, and class activities. If I have a Smartboard available, that will also really enable me to incorporate technology into the lessons and get the students involved.
Even with all the benefits, with technology there are always challenges as well. Some of these challenges may include losing data because it had not been saved correctly or at all, the computer system or other technology pieces may not be working, or the ideas for the use of the technology just may not come together as hoped or planned. Even though technology can be a great addition to many things, there are often times it also causes many headaches and problems.
All of the information I have learned in the class I find very important but the information I find the most important was learning how to use the Smartboard program and other ways to keep information and lessons organized. I will certainly use concept maps and Wordle for my own benefit and for many ways to help the students as well. I very much look forward to using the learning strategies and information I gained in my own classroom in the future.
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