Interesting would be one way to describe the statistics presented in "Did You Know" by Karl Fisch. Throughout the video, it is easy to pick out common topics such as: the lack of educational technology, growing population, and the increased use of social networking though technology. Although the U.S. has made extreme measures to get to our current state of technology, it is obvious other countries are trying just as hard. Larger classroom sizes will result due to population growth, and if educators are not properly integrating technological advancements into the classroom our future generations will be lost.
As technology continues to evolve, jobs will continue to be more advanced and require individuals to have the proper knowledge to be eligible. The importance of today's students receiving a proper education in growing trends is vital for future success. New devices, educational approaches, and ideas are being presented daily, which will constantly change the statistics. I would definitely recommend this video to anyone unaware of the progress that has been made over a short period of time.
Mr. Winkle Wakes
This video says it all. Current skills in schools are not being implemented as they should. So many areas of businesses and jobs are growing, yet the schools are not teaching the proper skills. How qualified are these workers and what kind of skills were offered at the school they attended? It is wonderful if one attends a school where relevant skills were administered. However, will that person not just be teaching and training their coworker the skills they should have acquired in school?
If schools actually used the resources available, students would be far more confident on their own after school. Technology should not be a frightening term, but if one is unfamiliar with the concept then often times an easier route will be sought after. Students should be pushed to their limit and strive to understand the benefits of learning new skills.
Ken Robinson Says Schools Kill Creativity
Ken Robinson presents a humorous approach to a serious issue in schools. Creativity is an important characteristic for individuals to exude. As Robinson stated, children do not fear being wrong which in turn creates original ideas. However, for some adults the fear of being wrong is a constant worry. Imagine the amount of unique and original ideas individuals could create if the fear of being wrong and ridiculed did not exist.
School systems tend to diminish creativity by pushing classes such as art and drama to the bottom of the curriculum. For many students, these classes are great ways to express themselves. But what happens if these classes are taken away or ignored? The students who would be stimulated through drawing, acting, or dancing would more than likely get in trouble due to no creative outlet. Though the structure of education has shifted, it is important to try in every way possible to incorporate creativity in schools.
Vicki Davis: Harness Your Students' Digital Smarts
What an amazing educator. The benefits these students are receiving through the tools they are learning is immense. I admire the fact that she teaches subjects she is unsure about. If you only teach the things you know, how are you going to learn anything new. Students proved in this video that not only can they help each other, but also teachers.
If every school could offer a computer based class like this, students would be far better prepared as they enter the next stage of their life. As online networking continues to grow, awareness of navigating through these web based programs are important. It only makes sense to utilize the resources that our schools offer.
Sara, I think your feedback was great. You understand, just as I did from watching the video that each individual is going to have to have the appropriate knowledge in technology since everything will continue to be more advanced. I love that you think students should be hard-pressed to understand the benefits of learning fresh skills. Fantastic Job!!
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ReplyDeleteI really like the way you picked out themes for Did You Know-- that is a good habit to be in for any class, but particularly this one. So long as you are providing feedback on each of the videos required, you are allowed to compare and contrast them as you please. Format your responses with as much creativity as you like. Mixing it up is definitely a good way to stand out in this class.
Another good point you made was the fact that often times, schools have the resources-- teachers just don't take advantage of them. I can really tell that you are thinking about the applications to all these videos in terms of your past and future classrooms. Way to go!
I am curious to know, what are your creative strengths? How are you going to incorporate them into your classroom? Will you have to go out of your comfort zone to do so?
As far as Vicki Davis is concerned, how do you think her class structure has affected student confidence? Do you think them being aware of how big this world is, how many people are in it, and how similar we all are is going to shape the way they think about their choices? Technology provides the opportunity for cross cultural exposure, and the effects of that exposure are infinite.
GREAT WORK so far! I will be recommending your blog to many of your peers as an example. Continue to take it to the next level with that critical thinking and sharing. I am looking forward to reading more.
Anthony
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