I read the article "Digital Denizens" (http://www.stockton.edu/~intech/spotlight-digital-denizens.htm). This article discusses the different type of technology users. After reading the different descriptions, I came to realize that I am a Digital Native. This means that I have grown up with technology and feel confident with most technology presented. This seems to be right in the middle of the spectrum. One one end there is the digital recluse and on the other there is the digital addict. I think it is mind blowing to think about those who refuse to use technology. These people are usually those of older generations who lived just perfectly fine before any technology was invented and probably feel no need in learning to use it at this point in time. I on the other hand am lost without my blackberry. It is crazy the difference in attitude about technology.
As teachers, we need to realize that the world is only going to get more technologically advanced and students need to be caught up with the technology that is being used around them. This means that we as teachers need to stay up to date as well. We need to stay in the know constantly about what the new uses of technologies are. This is one of the reasons I see this class as beneficial. It really forces you to explore technology uses that you may have never heard of otherwise. I will continue on my technology learning in hopes that I will bring new ideas to many students some day.
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