From Edudemic: Technology is a tool. It’s not a learning outcome. Too often do we get
distracted by all the activities and action we can perform with an iPad
or some other device. We can post to Edmodo! Make a Prezi! Post to
Facebook! All exciting things, to be sure. But these are not actually
learning outcomes. You could have a 1:1 iPad classroom where your
students create a bazillion (it’s a word, I swear) presentations all
about how much they’re learning.
I get the point. I do. I'm not trying to be dense or confrontational. How many teachers write, Make Prezis, in their lesson plans, though? Not many, I reckon. At the same time, I doubt many of them are writing, Raise Awareness or Drive Change, either.
I can't figure out this article/graphic. Is it aimed at noobs or experienced teachers? Is it self-reflection or a condescending observation? With all of the new technology and apps in the world, the author could just be bringing balance to the universe. Maybe?
I just can't believe that teachers are using technology as the learning outcome rather than a prescribed skill. At the same time, I definitely think it's a mistake to pull back on the technology reins. (I know that that isn't what this article is saying, but, for some, it might cause a bit of guilt.) Interest and engagement are just as important as stating a ground-breaking learning outcome.
I hate that title.
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