My Continuing Path In Technology Integration
Recently I read an article about static and dynamic technology and media. I was asked to make a post on where I thought my journey was at this point in integrating technology into the education field. Static technology and media refer to the use of technology that is useful but really has no impact on the learner. Dynamic technology and media refer to the use of technology that allows the learner to gain meaningful learning but then apply it to construct new knowledge. As I reflect on my journey I believe that I am stuck in the middle of the two. Most of the media and technology I use in the classroom is for delivering instruction. Projector, interactive white board, computer presentation, and videos are all used to deliver content. Email, student blogs, and eboards are used to communicate and collaborate with parents and students. The types of technology and media that were just mentioned are considered static. I teach my students to use kidspiration which is a software program where they can construct projects applying the knowledge they have gained. The students also use voice thread to respond to questions and create as well as display projects. These media and technology choices are dynamic. As I learn more about technology and media my journey will guide me to use more dynamic choices in my classroom.
I'm not sure I agree that static technologies have "no impact" on the learner. I think the point is just that dynamic technologies encourage participation and additional creative thinking on the part of the learner. But one can still learn a lot from, say, reading a book or watching a podcast.
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ReplyDeleteI can relate to what you say about being stuck between static and dynamic technology. Although I think that static is more difficult to comprehend for me. I am the type who will explore and explore, but what happens is that I can lock myself out of a program.
I like how you structured your comment.