In my opinion I feel that of six National Education Technology Standards, the one that is best implemented TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS AND CONCEPTS. The reason why I feel this is because, in my mind, it is the most basic of the standards. Now a days, most classrooms have at least one computer in which students have access. Therefore, the students presumably gain basic technology operations and concepts. As I mentioned in a previous post, a major issue facing many public schools is the fact that there is not much funding for up-to-date technology. Therefore, in many cases, these standards are not implemented at all. For example, DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP and COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION.
Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems.
b. select and use applications effectively and productively.
c. troubleshoot systems and applications.
d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.
As a current 4th and 5th grade teacher, I do not believe that public schools are ready to successfully implement these 6 standards. In order for this to be successful, students need to have hands-on and consistent access to technology (PCs or Laptops). Unfortunetly, this does not always happen. Research has proven that children learn and retain information through repeated practice and consistency. How can students meet these technology standards if they only have access to a computer 35 minutes a day or sometimes just an hour a week? In order for teachers and students to gain benefit from these standards, school districts need to see "the bigger picture" and realize that this "new technology" is not just a fad or phase. This is our future. School districts must dedicate money, time, energy, and training into creating Digital-Age Teachers who can engage and stimulate their technology-hungry students.
Great post thanks!
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