Response to: How will you be your own agent of change in the classroom to meet student expectations - is it your responsibility?

While reading my peers blog posts regarding the "youtube" videos, they all consistently replied that all teachers should be incorporating technology into the classroom. Specifically I reviewed Jacqueline's, Rachel Sisterson's, and Jenny Santiago's blogs; and I also concur with their opinions. Teachers need to be able to use technology in the classroom. One idea Jacqueline mentions is that by blogging or using Internet access the concept being discussed in class will become more interesting. The students probably will be more technologically savvy than I will as a teacher, and if I am able to relate to this young computer wiz's then I believe the lesson will be more captivating overall.

Jenny also brings up a very important point in her blog; teachers should be "an agent of change in the classroom to meet student expectations." The students need to be exposed to the newest technology so that they can compete best with their peers. Furthermore, being exposed to the newest technology can help them learn on a different level. These students are the next generation, and since 2000 the world has been becoming exponentially more digital.

Finally Rachel discusses how chalkboards are just plain boring to most students now. They need to be engaged and she brings up the idea of using smartboards, Geometer's sketch pad, etc. electronic tools in the classroom. Keeping the students motivated and interested in mathematics will be key, and incorporating technology into the classroom is a great way to do that.

Overall I agree with my peers' opinions on the necessity for technology to be incorporated into the classroom. The use of the internet, electronic tools, and new technology are vital to the success of my future students. Jacqueline, Jenny, and Rachel all bring up valid points and ideas that I will definitely try to incorporate into my lesson plan.