How do I integrate technology as a classroom goal?
With almost all U.S. classrooms now connected to the Internet, integrating technology into students’ educational goals is no longer an option. In fact, the March 2010 draft of the U.S. Common Core Standards Initiative defines “strategic and capable use of technology” as a core goal for all students. When integrating technology into a classroom setting, consider your curricular objectives, you and your students’ proficiency with technology, and your available resources.ObjectivesThe best way to integrate technology is to use it to achieve regular curricular objectives. In his book “Redefining Literacy 2.0,” David F. Warlick writes that technology is “merely a tool—the pencil and paper of our time.” Think about overall objectives first, and then use technology to meet or enhance them. For example, spreadsheets are useful in a range of academic areas, and online resources in general enhance research done in brick-and-mortar libraries. Ultimately, identify your objectives and include the
