Technology The New Fuel for Education

Technology is in essence a new fuel for education. Previously education was driven by books, lectures and thought. While thinking continues to be the most important part of education, technology is driving a new frontier for teachers who embrace it. Technology allows students to process knowledge in new ways and apply knowledge to new situations. Technology increases productivity and allows students to use knowledge in multiple disciplines.

Teachers are crucial to creating learners who are able to use technology to drive their learning. Teachers must become capable users of technology effectively in their classrooms. They must encourage students to use technology effectively to enhance their learning. Teachers should create projects in their classrooms that allow students to see the potential for learning when using technology. They should create projects that cover several subject areas allowing students to apply technology to solve problems. These projects can have tremendous impact on a students learning and potential to solve problems in the real world. Here is a related article on the New Economy, Technology and Learning Outcomes. It highlights the importance of information literacy, techonology fluency and competent competencies together to our students existance in the society of the future.