Deb Schultz said...
I thought this video was very interesting. The question raised regarding the "21st century classroom" is a very valid question as we attempt to prepare our students for the future. There is a huge need for technology integrated into the classroom. There is so much information that students can tap into, it's mind boggling.
There is a huge need for schools to teach not only technology as but also how to use it properly. (ethics). We would be doing a disservice to our students if we don't "keep up with the times". More and more jobs require employees to be proficient with computer skills. I think it is sad when the students are more "techno savvy" than the teachers.
I think "collaborative group work and project based learning" are great, and why not share it and work together with another group from a school in a different country. It would be a great experience. Many of my students have not been outside of our city/county...it would certainly open their horizons.
A comment made in the video and the other post about "computers on our fingertips or in our scalps" is hard for me to wrap my brain around. However, take the cell phone for example, and how big it was (in size). Now it is small and thin, you can make a call, text, email,get GPS directions, download music, games, surf the net...I suppose maybe that is not too far fetched.
September 20, 2011 8:14 PM
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