*Reading
Reflection # 1*
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I think that it is
very
important for teachers and future teachers
to be able to use computers and the internet. Technology is a growing
part of
today’s society. Many children use computers outside of the classroom,
but
there are also those who do
not. Educators need to understand how to use
computers if they are going to teach their students how.
I agree
that there should be required lessons for teachers so that they become
familiar
and comfortable using computers and the
internet. Using technology in the
classroom can be very informative, helpful, useful and fun. Children
are drawn
to technology because it is new and exciting. If teachers can use their
student’s
excitement to help actively
involve engage them into activities the results
will be positive.
When
teachers are unfamiliar with computers it makes teaching with them
difficult
and frustrating. Many of the activities students will
be doing on computers are
simple, which makes learning how to do these activities easy as well,
as
long
as there is proper instruction.
The main
point is that technology is growing and will continue to grow as an
educational
tool and it is
the job of the
educators to become a part of it. They will only hurt
themselves and their students if they decide to stay on the sidelines
of
technology.