http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bill-goodwyn/technology-in-the-classroom_b_1857369.html

The article that I am reviewing is called "Technology Doesn't Teach, Teachers Teach" from the Huffington Post on September 6th, 2012.  The article discusses the importance of teachers being trained on technological advancements in the classroom before they attempt to use it as a teaching tool.  The article also discusses the unique relationship between a student and a teacher, and how technology should not replace that relationship, but rather enhance it.

A section of the article discussed a school in Miami that adopted new technology resources.  The result of using these resources resulted in a 7% increase in test scores.  A direct quote from the article states the following:
"These dramatic improvements would have been compromised if the teachers themselves had not been brought into the process responsibly. That is why our investment in upgrading classrooms needs to focus equally on making sure teachers know how to use digital tools effectively."
The article goes on to state: 
"Along with digital content, the district provided teachers with ongoing professional development designed to show them how to build engaging lessons, enhance their current curriculum and inspire students by integrating digital media, hardware and software."

These schools that have taken professional development time to educate teachers on these technology tools have benefited greatly.  What I took from the article is that the special bond between a teacher and a student can never be replaced.  While technology enhances the learning process, it cannot replace the teacher teaching the student.  I believe too often we use technology in classrooms simply because it is the newest and hottest thing on the market.  The question we should ask ourselves is, "Are we using this tool to enhance or replace teaching?"  I am a strong advocate for technology in classrooms, however, we should use technology to make the learning process more efficient, rewarding, and ultimately beneficial for the student.