Blog 8

In my Instructional Technology class, we have been learning many different tools that would be useful in a classroom. Many of the tools that we learned to use were discussed in this chapter. We have been talking in both classes about how much technology is taking over and how important it is to know how to incorporate it in the classroom.
Why is it so important to use technology in schools? Kids are using technology more often now and it has become a major part of their lives. It is almost impossible for a young student to do something without using a tool of technology. So, why not allow them to learn with technology? It has many benefits. Like Alexis shared, many kids are "not the ones to talk in class." Blogging is one way to get students who are shy to still take part in a discussion. Podcasts are also a way to get these students to fell comfortable sharing and give them a voice.
There are many ways to incorporate these tools into lessons to make learning fun for students. The thing is to know how and when to use it and make sure that it is actually benefiting students.