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"Technology does not teach, teachers do."

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"Technology does not teach, teachers do."

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There is no denying that we live in a digital age, and that it is extremely important as teachers to have the skills and knowledge to incorporate technology into classroom learning. While technology does have the ability to enhance learning, encourage engagement, and connect students to a whole new world of opportunities, it can only have a positive impact if it is implemented properly.
It is our responsibility to understand the advantages, but to not let it take over. Technology has the ability to ENHANCE learning, but will not do the teaching itself.

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Industrial Education Model vs an Organic One

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Industrial Education Model vs an Organic One

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I think there is no escaping technology in a 21st century classroom.
The issue lies in how we as teachers monitor and regulate the use of these digital tools. Technology can provide several great means to encourage and enhance student learning. However, it should not be the primary mode of learning. It should be coupled with mini teacher lectures and classroom discussions and peer collaboration.

Teaching methods should also alter from the rigid linear model that has been followed for decades to a more organic one that enables students to flourish.
We need to customize education to our circumstances and personalizing it to suit the people we are actually teaching.

Saide

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Ken Robinson: Bring on the learning revolution!

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In this poignant, funny follow-up to his fabled 2006 talk, Sir Ken Robinson makes the case for a radical shift from standardized schools to personalized learning -- creating conditions where kids' natural talents can flourish.

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(Video related up until 1:45)

Almost everything is a double-edged sword in that the intended use of something often holds unforeseen consequences. Even a single edged sword is, in a sense, a double-edged sword. Although it has a sharpened edge can cut well but the dull edge is not as useful, kind of a double edged sword.

The access to and use of digital technology by students can be similarly described. While digital technology is equipping students with various enterprise skills: creative and critical thinking, digital and financial literacy, presentation, problem solving and teamwork, all of which are essential for success in the modern world. The risks associated with the development of these skills must be mitigated through responsible use and sensible policies.

Eliot

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I believe that digital technology can be an extremely useful tool in the classroom. Digital technology is ever growing in our society and we must teach and provide students with the resources to be a functioning member of our society.
It also has the potential for students with vision or hearing impairments to access the same resources as other students.
However, it is also important to note that technology can also increase distraction and use must be monitored closely.

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Digital technology can make a real difference in the classroom. It can allow students to download your powerpoints and scribe on them at the same time (if they have a touchscreen device). It can get them involved in interactive games that explore different ideas and concepts related to a learning area. Or it could just be a device that gives a student learning equity, such as the C-Pen, which can enable illiterate students to 'read' texts that would otherwise be too complicated for them. The digital age provides opportunity for classroom innovation.

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Crucial to move keep students interested

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Crucial to move keep students interested

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I believe that in order to ensure our students are progressing appropriately, we must have a strong association with technology in the classroom. As adults in a professional setting, we utilise technology every day and in almost every task we complete, therefore to ensure our students are excelling and have the necessary skills for their post schooling careers, we must incorporate technology but also teach students the appropriate way to use it and how to correctly present ourselves in a professional setting.

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I was born well and truly before the digital age became not only a part of our lives but part of our thinking. I embrace all technology now with confidence and watching the students who have been born in the digital era they know no different. the opportunity to engage, learn and become involved in a diverse world gives me goose bumps!   

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I was born well and truly before the digital age became not only a part of our lives but part of our thinking. I embrace all technology now with confidence and watching the students who have been born in the digital era they know no different. the opportunity to engage, learn and become involved in a diverse world gives me goose bumps!   

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Incredible possibility but with real risks

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Incredible possibility but with real risks

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I believe the potential for technology to add to our own education and to that of our students is huge, however at this stage we're not realising the potential. Part of the issue is that beginning the journey to engage with and utilise technology is a daunting task. I also believe people are still scared of technology. The risks to privacy etc. are intimidating and real, particularly for naive students. I think it is still going to take time for us to find a balance.
Alexandra MB

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As a teacher, I think it is important to have a grasp of what is out there that can help us and help our students. We are teaching the next generation, not the previous one, so we need to be aware of what it will take for them to succeed. Personally, I teach adults, usually in a one to one situation and use a varoety of tech tools. Whether it's Duolingo, online exercises and games, Podcasts, YouTube, etc. there is always something new to help us both achieve the end goal.
-Paul Hopgood

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This might be only relevant to a Media classroom situation, but I think its important that students learn the implications of the 'online world' and how to use that effectively, without getting too dependent on it. They need to learn how to question everything they read online while also keeping an open mind about learning new things. The internet is a great tool for learning but it must be used correctly.

- Ashleigh Brett

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It's as simple as paywave. Just click and write. It would be great to sign your name too but this isn't compulsory :)

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From personal experiences I am a strong advocate for interactive online resources used alongside teaching in the classroom. Especially in science teaching and earlier level maths. Educational games and simulations are extremely engaging.

- Kirsten