Iteration
Educational technology is not just a buzz word. Ed Tech is a way to enhance and assist in a classroom. It is a tool to use for engagement. It is not replacement for one on one, hands on projects, or written assignments. This is why a blended learning model works well. Students spend time working, collaborating, creating, and problem solving in both an online environment and in a traditional classroom setting. This is much like the idea of traditional college and the work force. Young adults are expected to be responsible for work outside of class that makes their in-class time more meaningful. However, finding the balance and embracing the technology comes with stumbles along the way. I stumbled my first year of a "paperless" classroom, a lot. My first days I had a handful of computers. I was determined to set the kids up for a tech heavy classroom. We stumbled together using devices, bringing computers from home, allowin...