I know that it is also essential to be open minded to change and that includes all the advances that technology brings to us. I want the tools to motivate some other professionals into becoming comfortable with technology. I myself am not a very technology savvy person but I feel it is essential to dive in head first and experience it in order to learn. I am stepping out of a comfort bubble in order to become better for my students and my facility. How can I “show them the light”?
Saturday, September 10, 2011
I Think I Can…I Think I Can….And I Think You Can Too!
Teaching is one of the most complicated jobs today. It demands broad knowledge of subject matter, curriculum and standards; enthusiasm, a caring attitude and a love of learning; knowledge of discipline and classroom management techniques; and a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people. With all these qualities required, it's no wonder that it's hard to find great teachers.
I know that it is also essential to be open minded to change and that includes all the advances that technology brings to us. I want the tools to motivate some other professionals into becoming comfortable with technology. I myself am not a very technology savvy person but I feel it is essential to dive in head first and experience it in order to learn. I am stepping out of a comfort bubble in order to become better for my students and my facility. How can I “show them the light”?
I know that it is also essential to be open minded to change and that includes all the advances that technology brings to us. I want the tools to motivate some other professionals into becoming comfortable with technology. I myself am not a very technology savvy person but I feel it is essential to dive in head first and experience it in order to learn. I am stepping out of a comfort bubble in order to become better for my students and my facility. How can I “show them the light”?
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I thought I did, I thought I did!\
ReplyDeleteJessica, I could swear that I already posted here, but obviously not. Trying again!
Great job, excellent content and great blog design!.
Jessica, What a great description of teachers. Motivating fellow educators into becoming comfortable with technology may be a challenging task, but the benefits to our students will be incalculable. I would suggest using your students in a "Technology Showcase". You may be able to do this by speaking with your administrator and requesting to speak at a staff meeting, then bring some of your students in and have them demonstrate what they are able to do with technology inside the classroom. If your coworkers see the results for themselves, they may be more willing to embrace it in their own classroom environments. Good Luck!
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