Constructing Learning

This article helped me to better understand the many uses of technology in the classroom and the great benefits that are accompanying it. The discussion of the use of technology in the classroom in this article is from more of a constructivist theory. They list eight teaching characteristics: Learner centered, Interesting, Real life, Social, Active, Time, Feedback, and Supportive. Each of these categories really makes sense to apply in my mind but one that really stands out to me and I feel would be extremely beneficial is the 'Interesting' category. It's simple, if something isn't interesting of course you won't want to pay attention and learn about it. The article talks about by focusing on the students beliefs and experiences they are better able to apply what they are learning and it becomes more relevant to them which in turn may lead them to mastery. Technology is a great way to grab the interest of students. Adding technology engages the students' interest. There is so much available in technology and so many resources our students can turn to to learn and grow. Technology is a very important strategy that we need to be integrating more into our classrooms so we can help facilitate the meaningfulness of learning.