1. http://www.elonpendulum.com/2012/10/educators- debate-uses-and-challenges-of-classroom-technology/

2. Pros: Creates more opportunities for students Easier and faster access to information

3. Pros: Improved multi-tasking abilities Better note-taking skills Better typing skills Better visual skills

4. Cons: Students don’t think for themselves Decrease in critical thinking Don’t process as much during class

5. Cons: Easily distracted Poor spelling Decrease in analysis Decrease in imagination

6. My Thoughts: Although according to the article, “Educators Debate Uses and Challenges of Classroom Technology”, technology takes away students ability to think for themselves, they are exposed to new ways of learning and gaining information. I think that overall, technology is beneficial to have in classrooms. http://www.elonpendulum.com/2012/10/educators-debate-uses- and-challenges-of-classroom-technology

7. Facing the Giants The main lesson of the movie is equality. Two teams (one all white and one all black) come together, but are very hesitant because of the racial differences. The coach has had enough of the mistreatment the guys give each other, so he lectures them about what it takes to be a team. After that, the guys put past their differences and inequalities and became a team. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_HFCYz4x6o