Reflection for EDAD 536 9/26 Class
Bill Gates once said, "Technology is just a tool.  In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important. Today's class has really helped to shed light on the area that I feel as an instructional leader is in need of of my full attention.  As I start to lead the charge of infusing technology into our building, I can't help but feel that I'm behind the eight ball by building and flying the plane at the time time. I agree that teachers are the most important factor in educating children, but technology is the future.   

Educational Article

After a hellish couple of minutes of trying to get back to my blog, I'm now able to comment about the conversations that took place with my partners.  The comment that resonated with me and sparked our conversation was" Young people need to learn from people, not technology."  This statement was . .... 

Video

I agree with the video and the comments made about the future of our schools as it relates to technology.  Technology IS critical to the advancement of our nation's economic future.  However, there must be a systematic approach to educating the teachers that will facilitate this new technology wave.  It's difficult to hear the video professionals provide the astonishing fact that education is ranked last in the world of technology because we are actively preparing tomorrow's workforce.   

"Education is ranked 55 among all of the other professions when it come to IT"