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Myths and Opportunities: Technology in the Classroom
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I agree with the three myths.  I believe technology will definitely make children smarter.  Our current form of traditional education places students in a box and does not allow for them to make…Continue

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Anne McKenzie replied to Gary Henry's discussion Myths and Opportunities: Technology in the Classroom
"Like David, I am not sure if technology will "make children smarter."  That depends on how we measure and define smart.  I would argue that students today have more "digital dexterity" than their parents or…"
Aug 4, 2011
David Sablatura replied to Gary Henry's discussion Myths and Opportunities: Technology in the Classroom
"I don't know if technology will make children smarter, but I agree with Gary that it will allow them to break out of the traditional passive learning environment that has plagued our schools. I do believe it will eventually be a great…"
Jul 31, 2011
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Myths and Opportunities: Technology in the Classroom

I agree with the three myths.  I believe technology will definitely make children smarter.  Our current form of traditional education places students in a box and does not allow for them to make choices in their learning.  Technology, if used effectively, can change that for students and allow them to experiment, beginning in elementary school, with many different fields of study.  This allows them to create interests they may not have the opportunity to experience in the traditional setting.…See More
Jul 31, 2011
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