I have spent the last 2 days reviewing the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. It is a huge document showing the research behind the need for technology in the schools. One thing that kept showing up that concerns me as an educator is the ideal of all students having equal access to technology. With the vast differences in student demographics and the huge number of students who do not have computers at home -the only way to provide equal access is for the schools to step up and provide computers for school use, and maybe even at home use. Also -the need for staff development is crucial. My own experience tells me that as soon as we learn a new tech skill it becomes outdated and needs to be replaced by new practices.
Our technology leader in my school is amazing, but out numbered by the teachers and students. I can help her out by not waiting for her to find ways for me to integrate technology in my class -but to find new ways myself. Then I can share my new techniques with her to share with other teachers.
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