Blog post #2

As demonstrated in Fisch's and Mcleods' "Did you Know 3.0?", technology is constantly evolving. Technology has greatly increased in the last 15 to 20 years and is evolving more so now than ever. We must keep up with these advancements so we are not left behind.
While technology of course can be used counter-productively, I strongly believe that our current advancement in technology is ultimately good. So many every day activities have been made easier because of technology. For instance, you can now check and send emails on your mobile phone. You know no longer have to physically have to be at a computer to do so, you can do it on the run!


After watching "Mr Winkle Wakes," I'm not quite sure what to make of it. I don't know exactly what message this video is trying to convey. I do know, however, that the majority of schools are moving farther away from what I would call "traditional learning." Schools of all grades everywhere are becoming more and more technologically advanced. While some of the traditional ways of learning are still relevant and should still be taught, I believe that the advancement of technology, especially in schools, is ultimately what is best for teaching and learning.

While Ken Robinson had many interesting things to say, I'm not sure if I agree with everything. I do not think that classes like dance should be something that is required. While I agree that creativity should be emphasized more I do not believe it is on the same level as "literacy." I also wish he would joke less.
A few of his arguments were persuading but not all of them. I did like, however, his view on professors. Describing their bodies as means of transportation for their head was a very interesting way of looking at that. His story at the end was good and made a strong statement about his beliefs.

It is always interesting to see where our country is at in comparison to others. When it comes to our education system, after comparing it to some others, it's obvious that ours needs some work. I think Ken Robinson had a few good things to say during his short interview with Cecelia Gault. I agree with his myths of creativity and I also agree with his thoughts on what should be done to advance our education system.

After watching Vicki Davis' video, it has made me realize how useful technology can be. She is using programs to teach her kids and herself while connecting to others across the world. It was fascinating to see her young students not only teaching themselves but her as well. These kids seem very self motivated to learn for themselves which I believe is a great attribute as a teacher if you can make you kids to that.
I think having these types of classrooms is a great idea. I think it would be best to have these classes in as many schools as possible, starting in high school. I do not think, however, that it should be a required class. Students should be able to choose for themselves if they wish to educate themselves in that particular field or not.