Thoughtful+Analysis

=My Thoughtful Analysis on Media and Technology in Education = ====//Thanks to new developments in technology over the years, the communication and sharing of information among people has improved greatly. Nearly everyone in the U.S. and in most other countries are able to access all sorts of information because of technology-- particularly, the internet. Even schools have begun to take advantage of technology in an attempt to revitalize the learning process for all students. In this class, I I learned that incorporating technology in various classroom activities is crucial to ensuring a well-rounded education that prepares students to face the challenges as well as the wonders of living in a world dominated by technology. //==== ====//Throughout this course I realized that one of my strengths is knowing how to maneuver the internet and the SAS website in search of ideas for lesson plans. I had no idea that so many resources existed to assist me in this endeavor. However, I still am uncertain about how to correctly use several Google Applications such as Google Sketchup and I Google, for example. I think I have to spend some time developing a familiarity with these applications using the tutorials as guides. //==== ====//By far, my favorite part of this course was learning how to create a podcast and understanding the purpose of and requirements for preparing and conducting a video-conference. In the future I hope that I have the chance to conduct a video-conference similar to the one done in class. I found the experience truly engaging even as a college student, and I can only imagine how children--both young and old--would feel to experience a video conference take place in their classroom! //==== ====//I believe technology's role in education will continue to expand in the coming years. Every year, new innovations in technology--such as the Ipadare being introduced into the market. Before one knows it, technology will dominate every aspect of life. Teachers and schools will continue to depend less on paper and books and more on technology. Technology will also become more affordable for everyone. Schools will not have to rely so much on state and federal monetary support for technological programs because they will have the ability to supply the funding on their own. Each school will also be able to afford to have computers in every classroom for students to use. All in all, the future looks bright for technology and education! //====