Reflection 3

Based on where technology has come from ten years ago until today, I can only imagine where technology will be in 15 years. I am envisioning 3-D television, video games, and computer projection. I would hope that schools would be equipped with enough technology for each student to have some sort of personal (for school use) computer so education systems can be more "green." Smart boards will have evolved into super smart boards, and learning would become almost totally interactive and engaging. Students would be able to type notes, homework, etc, and I think voice technology may even be the norm. Global communication, collaborating, and social networking will be almost instantaneous.

I would expect standards for technology to evolve with the technology itself. Students are more comfortable using different types of technology, so teachers and parents will have to stay current with technological innovations. I would expect for teachers to be able to design interactive and engaging lessons through technology-computers, etc. Feedback and work would happen a the snap of a finger. With all the wonderful things technology can do, I would expect good teachers to stay current with the technology and fully utilize it in their classrooms. It is hard to pinpoint standards because it will really depend on where technology goes and what is available to schools.

I will plan to keep up with technology by not being set in my ways. I will continue my own education-both formally and informally. If something is going to make my life as an educator easier, than why not keep up with it? Technology is also a great way to keep students motivated- which all teachers should strive for.