Beginning of the Semester Blog

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    As a student and now as an aspiring teacher, I've had a variety of experiences dealing with technology, such as former teachers using smartboards (which aren't all that smart), working with Chromebooks, and playing Kahoots. As I have grown as a student from elementary to university, the use of technology has gone from slim to none to now becoming part of our everyday life. I grew up in a neighbourhood that allowed me to be lucky enough to learn about these new technologies as they were introduced and see the benefits they have for the classroom. The use of technology in past classrooms exposed me to a variety of ways of learning and hands-on experiences that have shaped me as an individual. 

    Because my placement is in a wealthier neighbourhood, we have access to a wide range of technology and media. Similarly to my last two placements, there is a computer-controlled smartboard in the room, as well as the teacher's PC/laptop. In addition, there are a few Chromebook carts located in the school that teachers can sign out! 

    My burning question is at what age should we start incorporating technology use into the classroom and how does it differ for different age groups? This question is important to me because, in the past, I have strived to include technology in as many ways as possible while creating lessons, and I am excited to see what else I can incorporate in both my current and future lessons. 



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  1. Spencer CarringtonSeptember 20, 2023 at 12:40 PM

    Kiera, I believe that your question is important for us to consider as student teachers, especially in this day and age! How early is too early? Is "too early" a concern now? These are all questions to consider :). I think this will be a fun dive for you this semester as you incorporate tech into your lessons!

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  2. Miss MorganSeptember 20, 2023 at 12:56 PM

    Wow! I am impressed with how well-supported students and teachers are with technology in the classroom. It is great that you were able to learn about a variety of ways to learn with technology. I wonder if there are ever scheduling issues with the Chromebook carts?

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