Applications and Issues in Ed. Tech

As technology advances, numerous issues arise as to how schools can currently make use of it.  Unfortunately, most of the time, schools are finding themselves far behind the curve.  Here are some examples of technology, applications, issues that are arising, and suggestions to get around them.

Adopt and Adapt – 21st-Century Schools Need 21st-Century Technology
An article detailing ways in which schools are behind and can jump ahead of the technology curve.

Differentiated Instruction
A (humorous) look at how technology is changing how we learn and how many feel we're behind the curve.

Engage Me or Enrage Me
Marc Prensky discusses how schools are failing to meet the needs of a new, technology oriented set of students.

A Look at Student Learning and Our Future
Alan November discusses where student learning is going and how where it's been is no longer adequate.

Alan Novermber TED Talk
Alan November looks at how technology can used to make school relevant for students again, answering some of the questions of "why should we care?"

Myth and Opportunities: Technology in the Classroom
Alan November discusses the myths and opportunities that have taken root around technology in the classroom.

The Transformational Potential of Flipped Classrooms
A look at the somewhat controversial idea of "Flipped" classrooms.

Will Richardson and Social Media Tools
Will Richardson talks about the intersection of school and social media, and how the two can be used to improve each other.

Educating the Digital Tribe
A comprehensive blog of educational issues surrounding technology and innovation.

Should public schools be required to offer online K-12 education?
An article questioning whether or not schools should be required to offer some form of on-line education, with an overall emphasis towards the positive end.

A Literature Review of Gaming in Education
An overview of the research being done on the possible application of gaming technology in education.


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