Education Week Report by terri https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2 Do you agree with the findings from Education Week's Report? Specifically, is technology failing to reach its full potential in K-12 schools? How do you think your school measures with high-speed Internet connectivity, passive vs active use, teacher PD? en-us 2017-08-02 03:37:16 UTC 2017-08-02 14:08:00 UTC hello@padlet.com Technology isn't failing, we are failing as an education system to equip our teachers with the knowledge and ability to use the technology to it's full potential. EHS is making a huge stride already for the 17-18 school year by simply offering training specific to the USE of technology, as opposed to just how to reach kids with it. We are teachers --- we thrive off reaching kids. It's what we are good at in most cases. However, if we don't understand how to access and use the bridge to that knowledge, it doesn't matter how many strategies we have in our back pocket. https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950000 2017-08-02 13:58:04 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950000 Tech is not a panacea. Thoughtful implementation is paramount if we truly want to prepare our students for life. We need to resist the urge to use tech solely as an "engagement strategy" or a bright, shiny bauble. Kudos to Tim M. for saying much the same on a couple of occasions. caleb_ernst https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950047 2017-08-02 13:58:31 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950047 I agree technology is important in the classroom and it should be accessible and equitable; however, we also must realize technology is so rapid with change that we can't put "total emphasis" on it's ability to replace "good teaching." Great teachers make learning come alive in the classroom, not technology. It is simply a tool to assist the students. https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950148 2017-08-02 13:59:55 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950148 kaleena_thompson https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950255 I agree that we jumped into technological implementations as a nation without fully exploring how to integrate it into the classroom effectively. I personally like that we (EHS) have slowly joined this tech in schools revolution. We value deep learning, which can happen without technology but is enhanced by the use of technology in the right ways. We have lots to learn, but I believe that our culture for depth will help us to implement it well. ]]> 2017-08-02 14:00:38 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950255 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950266  The use of technology is one tool which, when used effectively, can significantly impact the growth of all students. Training for teachers and implementation in the classroom is vital.]]> 2017-08-02 14:00:52 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950266 There are so many resources out there that there is always going to be a delay in our ability to adapt and implement that technology. We are obviously working towards better implementation but there is always going to be a learning process in how we implement it. andrew_tucker https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950272 2017-08-02 14:00:56 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950272 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950338 I agree that we are not using technology to its fullest potential. I think we are making a huge step going 1-1, but we must all be on the same boat to fully integrate this program. I hope to see more technology PD next summer so that we can get ideas how to use the ChromeBooks in our classrooms. I am very glad we got our's first to begin preparing for this change. As far as connectivity, I hope our system is equipped
 to handle the influx of users in January. ]]> 2017-08-02 14:01:26 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950338 jason_hayes https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950369 Statistics in article show that schools are focusing on meeting the needs of students. Lower income schools are realizing that their students don't have 24/7 access to high speed internet so are trying to teach students in a way that they have access to learn. Technology is important but would be useless if students do not have access outside of the school day.]]> 2017-08-02 14:01:35 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950369 Yes, I agree with Education Week's Report and I think it is critical to ensure we have the proper training with any new technology that comes out to make sure it is engaging for students and effective for their learning. As educators, we need to ensure what we do has value and will impact students in a positive manner. https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950490 2017-08-02 14:02:15 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950490 joanna_breunig https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950496 The training takes time and money, and different types of planning on the parts of teachers.  I do think it's not reaching its full potential - many students are way ahead of teachers in their knowledge of technology because that's what they do in their free time - increase their understanding of technology.  Our school district has improved quite a bit over the past year, but we have a ways to go.]]> 2017-08-02 14:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950496 Agree https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950506 I do agree that it is not failing to reach its full potential. I do think with the new way we are going that it will be better. Our internet is getting better, but the connectivity is not always there.]]> 2017-08-02 14:02:24 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950506 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950552 I agree and see a connection with using technology as a "filler" and not as a useful tool to go above and beyond the concepts. I believe our school is making great strides to close the gaps]]> 2017-08-02 14:02:41 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950552 Moving in the right direction... https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950563 Although we - as a school - are slightly behind as far as technology usage in the classroom is concerned, we are finally moving in the right direction. Teacher PD is a great way to start...We should also offer additional classes so students can learn how to use certain aspects of technology.

The number of devices shipped to schools this year was astounding, especially considering that most schools are behind in technology instruction, usage.

It will be exciting to see how we adjust this year when students receive their devices. It will definitely open a whole new arena for issues, but I think it will, by and large, have a positive impact on our students and on our instruction. ]]> 2017-08-02 14:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950563 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950598 I agree with some of the points in the article. It's not enough to just incorporate technology into the classroom, lessons still need to be engaging and internet access needs to be reliable. ]]> 2017-08-02 14:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950598 Yes. Our school is showing progress with high speed internet connectivity however we are still lacking. Many classrooms have zero student computers and many departments are behind with digital tech. https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950610 2017-08-02 14:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950610 I agree that technology training in schools does not move fast as technology development. https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950716 2017-08-02 14:04:15 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950716 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950719 Agree that we are behind in technology and teacher training, but our school is moving in the right direction with both. Our district tech director is a very positive, forward thinking person who is helping move us in the right direction.]]> 2017-08-02 14:04:17 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950719 https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950780 2017-08-02 14:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/SuperGran/7l7kb7th4kn2/wish/179950780