Saturday, January 30, 2010

Technology In The Classroom

Many so called "Experts" are pushing the use of cell phones in the classroom. Although I am not all together against this idea, I do see many problems with this practice as well.

On the plus side is the use of the internet to look up information, fact check, send and receive email notifications, text lists to remind students and parents of upcoming deadlines, calculators, and even instant polling of students through texting.

On the negative side is the age old question of: How do we make sure our students are on task and not cheating?

Please share your opinions, experiences, and feelings on this topic.