Classroom Without Walls

As teachers, we’ve always been taught that all children learn differently.  This has been proven in many different studies done all throughout the 20th century.  It is an educator’s job to cast a wide net, so to speak, and use as many different instructional strategies as possible, to engage and reach as many learners as possible.

The 21^st century adds another component of effective learning: technology.  No matter what type of learner a child is, there is a media that can be used technologically that will enhance learning.  There is no time like now!  Technology must be incorporated into education.  Students and teachers are no longer confined to the four walls of their classroom.  Technology can be used to “travel” the world!  It’s up to the teacher to incorporate technology effectively so students can use devices that they use daily, like cell phones and i-pods, to learn more efficiently and effectively.  21^st century learners are begging to be challenged and engaged!

The digital age has had a huge impact on the way I teach my students.  I no longer just look at lesson plans and wonder how I can differentiate for my students.  I also must think how I can engage them with the use of technology.  How can technology enhance this lesson?  It is a constant question and has become a new focal point because it is an urgent matter.  I will continue to learn about advancing technologies (usually from the students themselves) and continue to challenge myself by incorporating technology in education daily.  I essentially want my students to be life-long, global learners and technology is here to stay.