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technology teaching literacy education

started by Michelle Holt on 31 May 12
  • Michelle Holt
    #1 Michelle Holt on 31 May 12
     
    I'm curious to know how any of you feel about this article. Lynn shared it in our Ollie class and I thought it was worth sharing here. http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/23/technology/at-waldorf-school-in-silicon-valley-technology-can-wait.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all
  • Corey Rogers
    #2 Corey Rogers on 19 Jun 12
     
    In my opinion, good teachers thoughtfully select a variety to tools (markers, paint, calculators, technology) to improve instruction & learning. I don't agree with denying access or relying completely on any tools. As with most things in life, it's all about moderation and making educated choices.

    I also think that the demographics of this school are so different from the population in Waterloo that it's hard to compare them. I'd be more interested to see the technology models used in school districts that are more similar to our buildings.
  • Doree Cronan
    #3 Doree Cronan on 19 Jun 12
     
    I think it's food for thought. If the trend would catch on, then I think we would have something to go on. The fact is that technology is in front of our students almost 24/7. I think that finding the right avenue to take to reach the generation that we are dealing with is the path to take. Even though we may or may not agree with it.
  • Ron Morlan
    #4 Ron Morlan on 09 Jul 12
     
    I can't lie...there is part of this that seems SO refreshing! Honestly, I think they probably have a lot "right" with their approach...good teaching is the key to good learning! Technology is no teacher. I take issue with a comment in the article, ""It's supereasy. It's like learning to use toothpaste," Mr. Eagle said. "At Google and all these places, we make technology as brain-dead easy to use as possible. There's no reason why kids can't figure it out when they get older."
    So my question is, in my line of work...if it's so darn easy, why do I REGULARLY run into adults that don't have the skills? I'm afraid, at least in some settings, this approach would put kids at a disadvantage. In their environment, the kids are already coming to the table, "advantaged". The argument to what I just said is that if you "produce" good thinkers, then they can learn it easily. I don't disagree, but I think an approach of moderation is the key. Why not practice some skills (even thinking skills) on a technology device? Why not practice collaboration in small groups, by writing letters, and by working in a forum...or Google Doc, or Diigo?!!? I don't know...I might change my mind tomorrow!!

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