1.) The time Katie spends communicating with people around the world may take away from her participation in her local community. - pg. 12
This is a frightening reality that we as teachers need to be aware of. Technology can be great, but are kids becoming lost in their own reality? Is this alternate reality online going to hinder their growth in your classroom? Responsible online behavior is going to be key to teach.
2.) Enthusiasts believe that customization offers great possibilities to enhance people's learning. - pg. 17
I like this quote because it's applicable to so much more than just technology in our classroom. The reason kids can latch onto things is because they fit their "style" or need. So it's key that we make our lessons pertinent to the kids in our class. It will be more work, but it will be worth it.
3.) Interaction also allows learners to see the consequences of their actions. - pg. 19
A HUGE life lesson you can teach your students while using technology. This quote is great because again, it has outreaching impact beyond technology in your classroom. Often times empathy is one of the hardest things to teach a kid, and if you use technology to teach it, perhaps the kids will understand better.
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