ITSE Standards

One of the things that influence teachers and students to use technology in the classroom is the fact that technology is extremely involved throughout society and it is something that we need to be comfortable with. Teachers mostly use technology within their classrooms because students tend to be more comfortable with computers and other forms of technology, so having the student feel comfortable throughout an activity is crucial to the classroom's learning environment.

ITSE standards are very important to be implemented within the classroom setting. Specifically, ITSE standard 3a which states, "Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community". Being aware of the way that one speaks and interacts with other individuals is crucial. Working together as one unit will not only decrease the pressure on you having to do things alone but knowing that you have the support of others is always a good thing. One of the ITSE standards that is a little outside of my skill set might be ITSE standard 5b which states, "Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active deep learning." One of the reasons why this might be difficult for me is because at times it is difficult for me to come up with certain ideas on my own an I sometimes rely on other people's feedback to formulate my own idea.

I agree with the labeling of today's youth as being "Digital Natives" to a certain extent. Within the United States today's youth are very advance in the technological field, but we need to remember that there are children and individuals all over the world that do not have access and the resources to the same technology as others. Being a Digital Native means that you were born in a time where technology was at its peak and it is very easy for you to understand how the technology works. I have seen many differences between Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants' use of technology because whenever I observe one of my professors struggling to open up a Powerpoint and/or a simple Word Document I sit back and reflect on how grateful I am to be educated on these technological subjects. I feel as if my generation and newer generations will continue to have a gap in how to understand technology. Technology will continue to advance and I think the older you get the harder it is for you to stay up-to-date with recent technology that is of the time.


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