Technology as a Tool to Support Instruction

http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech004.shtml



The article I reviewed was titled Technology as a Tool to Support Instruction. This article states the advantages of using technology in the classroom. I do think that using technology in the classroom can be positive, but I also think it can be negative.  One line in the article that caught my attention is that "technology encourages exploration". I feel unresolved over this statement because it can encourage exploration, but educators are also tasked with the job of making sure the students are using the technology in the classroom appropriately. However, I do think it is important to include technology in the classroom, which the article supports.  This is important so that students are up to date, and have the knowledge of how to access and use all this information.  The article makes a good point in stating that technology allows the student to be active in their learning, and allows the student to use their own learning style while acquiring and presenting the information.  All in all, I believe that technology should be used in the classroom with caution.