1. Pro-Technology in Elementary Schools Erin Ryan Tamara Dodge Amy Farmer CEP 810 Next

2. The Future of Our World Technology is past, present and especially our future. Children must know the importance of technology. They must know how to utilize computer technology to become educated, successful citizens in our world. The time is now! Next

3. http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=40c570a322f1b0b65909&page=1&viewtype=&category = Pay Attention Since most of today's students can appropriately be labeled as "Digital Learners," why do so many teachers refuse to enter the digital age with their teaching practices? Next

4. It is a goal of No Child Left Behind that schools will “Assist every student in crossing the digital divide by ensuring that every student is technologically literate by the time the student finishes the eighth grade, regardless of the student’s race, ethnicity, gender, family income, geographic location, or disability.” Without technology how can we do this? Next

5. Technology in the K-8 Classroom "Technology is transforming society, and schools do not have a choice as to whether they will incorporate technology but rather how well they use it to enhance learning" (North Central Regional Educational Laboratory & Illinois State Board of Education, 1995). Next

7. Technology in Elementary: Why and How So what is the proper age to start teaching technology? Remember the phrase“early intervention? It refers to identifying students with special needs at a young age. Well, incorporating technology is the same: The earlier the better. Students who are exposed to technology often enough, begin to think of it as a regular part of life. Case in point, while many agree that technology exposure should be moderated in young children lives, its presence is essential. Alamaki, A. 1998. Technology Education in Elementary School: Why and How?. Eric Digest pg. 1-14 Next

9. Technology in Elementary: Why and How Technology education should correspond to a child's stage of development to support later learning situations. Teachers need to not only teach the instruction of facts but also the nature of technology. “Pupils have to learn to use technology in a meaningful way, understand its cultural meaning and the issues raised by or use of technology” Next

11. Technology as a Tool Technology lends itself to exploration. But before technology can be used effectively, exploration must be valued as important to both teaching and learning. In such an environment, acquiring content changes from a static process to one of defining goals the learners wish to pursue. Students are active, rather than passive -- producing knowledge and presenting that knowledge in a variety of formats. In such an environment, educators can encourage a diversity of outcomes rather than insisting on one right answer. They can evaluate learning in multiple ways, instead of relying predominately on traditional paper and pencil tests. And perhaps most importantly, teachers and students can move from pursuing individual efforts to being part of learning teams, which may include students from all over the world. In a technology-rich classroom, students don't "learn" technology. Technology merely provides the tools to be used for authentic learning. It is a means, not an end. Next

19. Technology Supports Changes in School Structure Technology can support schools in a number of ways. Administration, teachers, and staff will likely have more time to “teach” when technology is present. Students in this environment can receive more individualized instruction to fit their needs. Next

20. Technology Helps Teachers and Administrators Today, life in technology-rich schools is different-- better-- for teachers. Handheld devices for reading assessment, electronic response systems, software programs for assessing and grading, and skills-based online resources provide teachers with an abundance of tools for evaluating students, producing information teachers can then respond to with instruction tailored to the needs of each student. Next

21. Technology allows for Exploration of Capabilities Technology helps all members of an educational community to explore opportunities. Many students and teaching staff simply do so to find that outcome is a rich learning environment, with endless prospects. Next

23. Technology and the Future Students live in a digital world. Their future as citizens relies heavily on technology and media. Students must be capable of using and implementing technology into their daily lives. Such things as banking, shopping, and paying bills are quickly becoming more prominent through the use of various technologies such as Internet. Next

24. Technology & Future Cont… “ Our goal as effective teachers, is to lend students the opportunities to be successful in life. Every student needs the ability to navigate through the 24/7 information flow that today connects the global community. For students to thrive in a world enabled by information technology, we must give them the skills to make sense of and use the information that engulfs them” (NEA, 2008). Technology today must be integrated within curriculum rather than seen as a separate entity. No matter what job students have, technology will be found; whether by way of a cash register or by taking measurements for a building. Before students can use technology in their jobs, they must have a basic knowledge of what kinds of tasks a computer can perform. In order to solve problems, they must know what program to choose and when to use it. Next

25. Technological advances have changed education, work, and leisure in our society. Although most people experience the benefits of these advances, most also know the anxiety and frustration that accompany rapid technological change as well as the alienation generated by impersonal aspects of technology. Elementary school counselors need to help children develop emotionally and socially in the context of rapid technological change. Counselors often need to deal first with their own concerns about technology before helping children understand the benefits and limitations of technology. Elementary school counselors especially need to acquire competencies with computers, to overcome anxieties about using the technology, and to integrate computer technology into counseling programs A Technology World Next

26. Technology is the Future! The National Academies' National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council in their new report, calls for a broad-based effort to increase the technological literacy of all Americans, a goal that will have many benefits including more informed decision-making by citizens and business and government leaders about the development and use of technology, and a more erudite population that will be better prepared for the demands of today's high-tech work environment. Learning about technology should begin in kindergarten, and the connection between all subjects and technology should be emphasized throughout a student's education, the report says. Technology content should be infused into curricula, teaching materials, and student assessments. Next

28. Parent Involvement "Seventy-six percent of parents reported that their schools used two or more technologies to communicate with parents. While newsletters and telephone calls are most common ways for schools to exchange information with parents, school are now beginning to explore the additional opportunities for interaction afforded voice mail, websites, and electronic mail" Technology Facilitates Parents Involvement- Next

29. Future of Technology Teaching in the 1800s Next

30. Future of Technology - Teaching in the 1900s Mr. Hartmann bangs his gavel: As president of the school board, I call this meeting to order. First on the agenda, Mr. Stephens, high school English teacher, would like to address the board. Welcome, Mr. Stephens! Mr. Stephens: Thank you, Mr. Hartmann, and all the members of the school board, for allowing me to speak this evening. I will be brief: I want to suggest that we encourage our students to change to fountain pens for their schoolwork and move away from the use of quill pens. Mr. Oliveri: Change?! What’s wrong with a good quill pen? Mr. Stephens: Fountain pen points last longer. We won’t lose as much time when students break their quills and have to sharpen a new one during class. Mrs. Jasperson: Mr. Stephens, you should keep a jar of quills on your desk and let students use them if they need them. Mr. Stephens: Yes, Mrs. Jasperson, I do. Some days, however, they need more quills than I have. Fountain pens also have a better ink delivery system, less likely to spill and ruin papers. Mr. King: If students have to buy ink, they won’t learn how to make good ink from berries. What will they do when their fountain pen runs out of ink? Mr. McNeeley: I’ve never used a fountain pen, and I’m getting along just fine. My children can use quill pens, too. Mr. Stephens: In the city, people are making the change without too much difficulty. I have been using a fountain pen myself for a few months now, and the finished documents are much easier to read. Here, let me pass this pen around so you can see it. Next

31. Mr. Hartmann: Let me interject a note here. As you know, I took the family to St. Louis during our Christmas break, and I saw many people using fountain pens. The hotel desk clerk let me try his out, and I must say a fountain pen is a very nice writing instrument. I bought one myself, and the whole family takes turns using it. I wouldn’t be surprised if they caught on, down the road. Mrs. Jasperson: So you’re saying that businesses are switching to fountain pens? Mr. Hartmann: It looks that way. If we are preparing our students for the business world, we might want to consider this. Mr. McNeeley: My son will farm and my daughters will marry farmers. Quill pens will be just fine for them. Mr. King: So are you proposing that the schools purchase a fountain pen for every student? That would be prohibitively expensive! Mr. Stephens: I agree that there would be a cost at first. Perhaps the board could purchase just a class set of 30 at first. But eventually students will bring their own fountain pens to school. And consider that the school would no longer have to supply ink. Mr. McNeeley: This is out of the question. Fountain pens are unnecessary! We could put those funds toward the new gymnasium for the basketball team, instead. Mr. Hartmann: Mr. Stephens, perhaps we should table the matter for now and give people some time to think about it. Mr. Stephens: As you wish. Thank you for your time this evening. May I have my pen back, Mr. Oliveri? Next

32. Education can not revert to the 1800's Education can not revert to the quill Education can not ignore technology Next

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