I have gotten emails and in person questions about the topic of "How do I get teachers in my building to buy in to using technology more in the classroom?" So, with that in mind I thought I'd blog about it. In a world that is engulfed in technology, the world is more connected than ever. Thus giving reason to your students learning how to use these technologies to the best they can. Teachers are in charge of raising up the next generation. It is our job as teachers that we give them all the tools they need including technology in the 21st Century. When implementing technology into your school you need to start small. I know the feeling all teachers have, we want to change the world! Well, if you bite too much off at once you can also have the opposite effect. Here are some steps to follow: 1.) Learn One New Technology Concept/App A Month-If you focus all your skills and time on one thing it's a lot less daunting and more fun becoming mastered at one thing then 5 million things! 2.) Don't Be Afraid To Mess Up-We are all human! We make mistakes! Just learn from them. 3.) Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help-A true teacher helps not just their students but all people. Make some connections with experts who've done it before. Your end goal should be helping students, which I don't think any teacher will pass the chance of helping further. When incorporating technology into your classroom try following the model from the Center for Research on Learning and Teaching found below: To conclude, I don't promote myself as an expert on this topic. I am constantly learning on how to better include technology into my classroom, but check out these two videos on technology inclusion in the classroom. Checkout Mark Surman's blog on his thoughts about incorporating technology into your classroom. Do you think technology belongs in the classroom? Post a comment below.
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AuthorBenjamin's educational experiences include teaching both 3rd and 4th grades all around the state of Iowa. His commitment to students has led to various local and state awards and honors such as being named the 2014 Iowa Technology Educator of the Year and authoring a section of a chapter in Dr. Todd Whittaker's book Start. Right. Now.: Teach and Lead for Excellence on maximizing student potential. |