Technology in the Classroom
Some have it
Some don’t
Some use it
Some don’t
Cutting edge?
Why don’t we?
Time
Fit
Juggling one more thing
But really, its…
Awareness
Comfort Level
Digital Natives vs. Digital Immigrants?
It’s interest, not age.
The 21 st Century isn’t “coming” – it’s here.
Teachers will not be replaced by technology, but teachers who don’t use technology will be replaced by those who do. -Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach
Why do students need us in the age of
Why do we teach in the first place? What is the purpose of education?
Give students tools to succeed in life
Give students tools to make good decisions
If it’s on the Internet, it must be real
Expand our student’s view of the world
Prepare students for college
Prepare students for jobs
Life & Career Skills
Digital Footprint
Communication & Collaboration
Information, Media & Technology Skills
Fitting the puzzle together
How do I get the tools I need?
Start Small, but Dream Big
Bethany V. Smith, Asst. Director of Technologies at College of Education at NC State University Modified by Judi Adams and Vicki Whisler