Module
1 of Writing for Non-Print Media was all about how various digital tools can be
utilized inside the classroom. All the readings addressed the fact that using
technology in teaching will engage the students. Some of these new forms of
media include Quizlet, Schoology, Cel.ly, and even Twitter. Though there are
still teachers who don’t want to incorporate it in their lessons, technology is
becoming extremely prevalent in education. Instead of running from it, we
should embrace it.
Digital
media provides many benefits to both students and teachers. For one, the idea
of just-in-time learning means accessing information needed to complete a task
immediately. The most common example of this would probably be a Google search,
which students use all the time. This method of learning teaches students how
to ask good questions in order to produce the answers they’re looking for. Technology
also allows for customization. According to The
Technology Enthusiasts’ Argument, customization can have a positive impact
in special education as well. The Individualized Education Plan is created by
teachers, but could be further customized by technology. Interaction is
increased by digital tools, such as online tutors. When students are given
direct feedback, they can quickly gauge if they’re doing something correctly. If
they aren’t, they can immediately find the problem and fix it.
If
teachers aren’t exposing students to different media outlets, they’ll
potentially fall behind once they graduate. The
Technology Enthusiasts’ Argument also claims, “No one will be able to solve
complex problems or think effectively in the coming world without using digital
technologies.” Technology is used in just about any field, so students would
have an advantage if they were familiar with it.
When it
comes to technology, I think the most important thing is that it’s used
effectively. So many times as student, I would be assigned digital projects. By
the time it was due, sometimes I had learned more about the technology than the
actual content itself. In that case, digital tools hindered my knowledge
instead of advancing it. Technology must be accompanied by other factors in
order to be helpful in classrooms. Create
Compose Connect highlights important aspects of digital media in learning
such as a strong vision, specific plan, strong infrastructure, supportive
professional development, and thoughtful evaluation. If all these are put into
effect, technology will further students’ understanding of the material.
As a
future teacher, I plan to use digital tools when applicable in my lessons. I
really liked the idea we talked about in class of using a hashtag on Twitter.
If Twitter is still popular by the time I’m a teacher, that’s definitely
something I’d look into. I would like to continue to discover new media outlets
that would engage and benefit students.
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