Journal 9

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Page, L. Sheehan, T. & Worrell, C. (2012). How to do more with less. Learning and Leading, 39(6),
http://www.learningandleading-digital.com/learning_leading/20120304?pg=20&pm=2&fs=1


Technology is in an uprise. This means that students need to become more educated in how technology is used. This is influential to classrooms because it provides students with a fun way to engage in various topics in school. In the article, "How to do More with less," the authors focus on "blended or flipped" classrooms. This means technology is heavily apart of classrooms lessons. Furthermore, the authors argue that technology is often viewed as expensive. However, this holds no truth. There are a lot of free programs and websites teachers can use in lessons. For example, blogs are a great way for teachers to stay connected with their students. Email seems outdated, a blog is an exciting way for students to make posts on lesson topics, or to comment on peers posts to develop discussion. Technology can be applied to every subject. It is an important resource to influence creativity and innovation. 


1. What are some other free websites that can be use in education?
Powerpoint is another outdated program, which also costs to have. A free presentation program is Prezi, which is called the zooming presentation. This website provides the ability to create more exciting presentations that can be seen over the internet or downloaded to the computer. Another free website that can be used in education is weebly, which is a website where you can custom make a website to showcase. Students can take on an important issue and develop a website for the cause. This promotes creativity while learning about a global issue.


2. Why is technology important for students?
Technology is important because the world is transitioning to the computer. Now, so many things can be done online. Students will find themselves spending more time on the computer and with technology than with a pen and paper. Therefore, technology is an important topic that needs to be integrated into education more. Some may feel technology serves no purpose. However, if an educator uses technology to teach math, english, history, or science a student will learn how to use technology, and learn various school subjects.