Tech+Integration

In the video clip, “Anytime, Anywhere: Online Learning Shapes the Future” it explains the advantages of online classes for students. I found a lot of the information in this video to be very interesting. In my years of going to school, I have been able to take a couple online courses and I agree that there are several advantages to online learning. Although I have had some difficulties with online learning in the past, after viewing this video it has helped me to understand the positive effects it has on learning; it is a powerful strategy that allows learner control, increase motivation, real world connections and increased achievement. Also, online learning is personalized, it allows the student to learn at their own pace as well as gives the student one on one interaction with the professor. It levels the playing field for students; it gives all students the chance for an optimal education. For schools that are lacking in some departments because of financial cutbacks and teacher shortages, online learning gives the students the opportunity to still receive this education by supplying it through online courses. I believe that technology integration is a crucial piece in students’ education. It isn’t just an efficient tool, but it truly enriches education and helps promote a fun and successful learning environment. I really enjoyed reading through the several ideas on how to implement technology integration in your classroom; it shows how easy it can be to use this. For example, using the Internet for research projects. The Internet is a great tool for history, science and biographical lessons. There are also ways to use online mathematical problems to enrich math lessons for older age students, or even using mathematical computer games in the classroom for younger students to use in a section of a lesson. Overall, I have learned that technology integration isn’t just a tool to be used to run a more efficient classroom, but instead it is an important piece of a student’s education puzzle. It should be crucial for teachers to integrate this into their classrooms to ensure more of an optimal education for their students. media type="custom" key="8217062"