Morning Pages 3.31.16

Technology in classrooms is truly a "hot button" topic. Personally, I think it will always be, simply because technology usage in schools should always be evaluated on a situation-to-situation basis. Many factors need to be considered while trying to decide if certain parts of technology are best fit for different groups of students. I have observed classrooms where students are distracted, withdrawn, submerged because of the technology they have at their fingertips - but I have also watched classrooms where students thrive while self motivating themselves through working with technology. Basically, to sum it up, I truly believe the issue of technology in classrooms needs to continuously be a unique decision based on the unique learning styles of students. Technology can be a helper if guided and instructed to be used correctly, but it can be a huge hinderance if not controlled.