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Effects of Technology on Classrooms and Students

Technology is becoming a bigger and bigger part of the world today. Technology has evolved and become more central to teaching and learning. Integrating technology into the curriculum is a priority in schools. When teachers first began to use computers … Continue reading

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Professional Learning Network Plans

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A PLN is a Personal Learning Network. Having a PLN allows you to connect and share with other educators in your subject area. This is a look at my current PLN.  I enjoyed this week’s assignment. I have not developed my … Continue reading

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Technology Use Plan Presentation

My  Technology Use Plan  refers to a private school located in Northern California. The school network system has been established with high-speed internet but is not promoting technology use or integrating computer technology into their curriculum. Although teachers have computers in … Continue reading

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Technology use Planning Overview

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The key to good technology planning is to acknowledge that technology is a tool to help reach the goals. The technology planning helps minimize technology-related crises, use staff time efficiently, and avoid wasting money on equipment. It’s important to create … Continue reading

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Teacher Professional Development Models

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Teacher professional development or TPD is a vital tool, resources and ongoing learning opportunities available to teachers and other education personnel. TPD is the tool by which policymakers’ visions for change are disseminated and conveyed to teachers.  Schools today faces … Continue reading

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RSS Feeds

RSS feed is a great tool for teachers to share resources. Teachers decide what information is important and control information overflow. Teachers use RSS to shared ideas and to channel and enhance student learning and collaborative work.  RSS can also … Continue reading

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Annotated Bibliography

Ely, D. P. (1999). Conditions That Facilitate the Implementation of Educational Technology Innovations. Educational Technology, 39(6), 23-27. This article provides description of eight conditions that facilitate implementation of the technology-based change process: dissatisfaction with the status quo, existence of knowledge … Continue reading

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Technology Trends

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After reading and reviewing the 2010 Horizon Report, my focus discussion is on mobile computing. Mobile computing is one of the hottest market segments in the technology industry right now.  Mobile computing is the concept of being able to connect … Continue reading

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Digital Divide versus Digital Inequality

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Technology has become the driving force of change in today’s world. Access to computers and the Internet are becoming increasingly important. As rapid information technology evolves, the concept of digital divide evolves into the concept of digital inequality. The “Digital … Continue reading

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Elements of Education Technology

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Elements of Educational Technology After reading this week reading assignment, Chapter 1 in Educational Technology: A Definition with Commentary, I have decided to provide my perspective of the following element: Learning Technology is a part of our lives; particularly the … Continue reading