This blog could be worthwhile for teachers if it sheds light on why using technology with our primary grade students will help them learn 21st century skills and provide our youngest students with equitable access to technology. For myself as a teacher, I want to be knowledgeable and have evidence about WHY teachers should be integrating technology. I want to be able to provide concrete examples of how technology can benefit students when asked by parents, colleagues and administrators ask rather than just saying than it is engaging.
This blog could also be useful to other technology leaders who are stumped about how to increase technology integration. Statistics I found and will share from literature point out some convincing evidence that supports it is a crucial time for teachers to start using advanced technology in their classrooms to keep 21st century digital learners engaged and providing digital learning opportunities that mirror their life outside of school. If teachers do not know how to do this, Aigner (as cited in Kumka, 2009) emphasizes they cannot just ignore technology and hope it goes away. Rather, it is time to learn through high quality professional development that works because students should be learning from quality teachers who are making learning interesting through using technology. New twists to current professional development may be the key.
Stick with me while I blog about my research and journey that led me to developing a framework for designing professional development around technology integration. However, if you cannot wait, click here!
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