The most important idea that I take away from this course is how it has changed my way of thinking about technology in education. (See previous post) I literally see, hear, and visualize education in a different way. On some days, when I am doing a rather rote lecture activity in math class, I long for change. I long for something different, but I'm not quite there yet where I can do it immediately. It is a process that I will go through, and I look forward to it.
I am fortunate on two fronts. First, I teach one section of a class called Principles of Engineering. This class allows for so much free thinking and new ideas. I enjoy teaching it and the kids enjoy being there. The technology possibilities for this class are plenty. Second, St. Thomas More is wireless. This has really opened up teachers' minds in the possibility of technology in education. One advantage that we have is no school board--much less politics. If something needs to get done, it goes through the board, the administration, and then the teachers. Of course, this leads to one major obstacle: $. No taxes to help us on our way, but if we look hard enough, the money is there to be had.
Anyway, I consider myself pretty fortunate.
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Great to hear that CEDu 510 changed your perspective! It was a pleasure working with you, Ben. Good luck in your other MEIT classes.
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