Technology in EducationAlexa Groen, Rachel Zeutenhorst & Julie

Gross

Big PictureTechnology is an integrated part of our daily lives:

cell phones, laptop computers, ipads, etc…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-9FaJPhFxQ

Our world is “more connected ever, but more alone than ever.” –Rebecca Harris

“There is a growing body of evidence that technology integration positively affects student achievement and academic performance.” --George Lucas

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Why do you use

technology?

Technology Standards (ISTE)Facilitate and inspire student learning and creativity

Design and develop digital age learning experiences

and assessments

Model digital age work and

learning

Promote and model digital

citizenship and responsibility

Engage in professional growth and leadership

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ImportanceTechnology integration increases student

achievement and can help students learn more efficiently.

Technology engages students in authentic learning tasks.

Technology improves student learning processes and outcomes while deepening the learning experience.

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Cautions Pride over our technological accomplishments https://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=Z7dLU6fk9QY Technology affects empathy Technology can put privacy and safety at risk Less physical activity more

obesity Teachers are overwhelmed

with new technological tools and devices

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ReflectionWhere would you put yourself on a

technology scale?

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How about YOU?Would you be able to give up your personal

devotions for just one day? How about your cell phone?

Has technology become an idol in your life?

THINK

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Now what do we do…as educators?Can technology help our students flourish or

is it detrimental to their learning?Do you think technology affects our wonder,

wisdom, and work?After hearing both sides, can technology be

distinctively Christian?How can we use technology as a tool

and not our primary focus?Should we be fearful of using

technology?

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Biblical WorldviewWe need to intentionally teach proper use of

technology.God gave us minds to create We can use

technology tools to produce, create, and explore his creation

As Christian educators we need to teach discernment in technology.

Hebrews 4:12 *What are our intentions?

Philippians 1:9-10 *Prayer for our students

The role of the teacher becomes facilitator and guide.

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Practical ApplicationKeep it simpleMake sure it aligns and is balancedKeep it engaging and relevantCollaborating/Communion

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SourcesErickson, D. (2011, December 1). Did You Know? Shift Happens. We live in Exponential Times. Retrieved July 21, 2015, from You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRVVZlGb7oc

Groen, A. (2015, July 21). Technology on the Rise. Retrieved July 22, 2015, from You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvVXDJXcQE4

Turk, G. (2014, April 25). Look Up. Retrieved July 21, 2015, from You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7dLU6fk9QY

Why Do We Need Technology Integration. (2007, November 5). Retrieved July 22, 2015, from Edutopia: www.edutopia.org

Williams, K. (n.d.). Why We Need To Teach Technology to Young Children. Retrieved July 22, 2015, from Smart Tinker: www.smarttinker.com