As both an educator and a parent, I have several concerns about the use of the internet for certain things in education. While there are many positive aspects of this technology, I sometimes fear that we are losing an element of face to face interaction when too much technology is used. I also worry that the issue of internet safety is not always as carefully monitored as it should be.
As a teacher, I have concerns that when the technology I am counting on to use does not work properly time on task is lost. This creates a stressful situation with a classroom of young learners. I also worry that I may not be as adequately prepared to meet the needs of my students if I haven't received the proper training for using the technology. Overall, however, I feel that I can alleviate these concerns by being proactive in my lesson planning by always having a backup plan. If I just stick to what is age-appropriate and find child-friendly websites when using the internet I will not be endangering my students in any way. I can also do my best to continue to learn skills that will help me to become more proficient and confident in this technological world of education.
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