There are many different arguments that you hear when dealing with technology in schools and sometimes it is crucial to have the counter-argument ready. From my own experience of using technology and working with schools and classrooms, I have started to see technology with a different lens. Although every statement I share below contains some truth, it is important that we focus on the opportunities technology presents us as educators to do things we could not do before.
Below are some of the “myths” that I have focused on in this series. I hope that it can generate some discussion so we can all be thoughtful about using technology to make a difference with our students.
Myth 1: Technology Equals Engagement
Myth 2: Don’t Talk To Strangers
Myth 3: Technology Makes Us Narcissistic
Myth 4: Technology Will Replace Face-To-Face Interaction
I love this discussion about technology and the myths. I agree that technology increase opportunity for interaction from a distance. But for young people around the millienum age, they don’t know any difference. The change is for those who hold traditional ways of teaching. That’s okay but traditional learning can be implemented using technology.