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Throughout this class I have had several types of experiences both frustrating and enjoyable. Before attending this class I had always feared technology. Not in the sense, that I was uncomfortable with handling the material, but with the factor that it sometimes works out to your benefit and other times is your worst nightmare. I had always had the opinion, that when you count on technology the most, it ultimately lets you down. It has been throughout my experiences of frustration as well as joy that I have come to the conclusion that technology is essential and that an educator MUST use it within the classroom. There are various reasons as to why I have founded this conclusion. First and foremost, it is the best way to reach the students of today. Technology offers an opportunity to have access to any type of learner. Through the many resources that we have made use of throughout this class, I have found that I can implement a project that highlights every single individual learner within my classroom. Technology, more specifically computers, offer a hands on experience to the ever-changing world around us. It is through technology that we can address not just a single learner with one type of intelligence, but the whole learner, that is made up of every type of intelligence. Also, I have become incredibly educated on the factor that not all students are able to have access to a computer at home. It is for this reason, that we must encourage the use of a computer within the classroom. Students, from a young age should have access to some form of a computer, so that he or she is comfortable with the technology that makes up our world. Also, it should be a situation teachers continually embody the significance of what it means to be a digital citizen. That is one, who is very responsible and aware of the benefits, as well as dangers within technology. As educators we are forming the future. We have a grasp on what is to come, and what change will make a bigger and greater difference in our future. It is for this reason that we must always have our hands on the pulsating society around our students. If we forget to address their own situations, we are at that point failing in our own occupation, as well as mission in life. Technology is the tool that our children are using today, thus the machine of education must be a product of this tool.

media type="custom" key="9912213" align="left" It is amazing to think that in our lifetimes that world has changed so much. Often times I look at my grandparents and think about how much they have experienced within their own lifetimes. I consider then how much will change when I am their age. It is interesting that when you are a child you do not consider the amount of change that affects our society, but as you grow older you definitely are more aware of its impact. As a grown adult who does not have the internet on her cell phone, I honestly feelt hat I am behind so many people. I am not able to respond to e-mails as quickly. Adjust my social or occupational calendar as often. Or use my cell phone to get me to my next destination. When the Iphone first came out I saw it as a phone that was more of a 'thing to have' than a tool to use. Now that I have a full time job, and other connections, I find myself needing a phone with the internet more and more. I have no doubt in my mind that this video is absolutely true, and a sneak peek into the future.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this TED. Go Mr. Splashy Pants! I think that the presenter, Alexis Ohanian, did a fabulous job of presenting valuable information in a short and informative way. The major point that was really outstanding to me his point of a level playing field. I think he makes an observation that not many of us think of. The internet has created a level playing field, in which we all have access to the same site. I like how he says, “my browser is not any better than your browser.” I think with this in mind, the ability to educate other using the internet is without any boundaries.

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I only wish my math teachers had listened or seen this TED talk. What an amazing point! I agree completely. As an English and Spanish teacher, I got as far away from any math possible. I am so intimidated by the subject, because it was never a subject that came naturally to me. If I had, had a class where the material was applicable to the world around me, that would have made a significant difference. I think his ‘means’ of teaching Math is essential to the ever-changing world of education around us.

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Another incredible video. I really thought that this video was so insightful because one never really considers the difference that sound can make within an atmosphere. I especially thought his point of retailers was so influential. Before I became a teacher I worked in retail. Throughout this time the store I was working for was going through some significant changes. From the style of clothes, to the owner of the company, to the district managers, everything was changing. It was at this time that the experience of the store took on a new look and a new sound. We started playing more trendy music and at a higher volume. The customers were so unhappy with this choice. I cannot tell you how many people walked out because of this unpleasantness. This TED talk allowed me to understand the influence that volume has on its atmosphere.

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What an incredible video! What a talented person Sarah Jones is! All I could think of is, how does she do it? She does an amazing job creating herself within each character. I forgot who she was, and totally got into the character. I think this very influential for the classroom atmosphere. So much of how our students do is based on our attitudes. I think this is essential to consider because if we are having a bad day, this really affects how our students do. As Sarah mentions within her video, all of these persons that she is acting out, are people within her real life. What if our students did an impression of us one day and we were the cranky 4th grade teacher! Definitely something to think about!