One of the most challenging aspects of being an educator in today´s world is keeping up with the constantly changing technology. It often feels like we can never catch up to students´ level of understanding, let alone teach them something new. Yet, we know that if we don´t utilize technology in the classroom, we risk leaving students unprepared for the world where they will live and work.
In my own struggles with this dilemna, I have searched for ways to use technology as a vehicle for language learning rather than focussing solely on teaching students about technology. By doing this, I´ve found that there are many ways use technology in the English classroom that don´t require a deep understanding on the teacher´s part. As I have used them with my students, I´ve found that they are not only easy to use, but also very engaging for students.
If you are interested in taking a look at some of the internet resources I´ve found useful, click on the following link to my blog about technology in the classroom: http://englishtechnologyuy.blogspot.com/
Kelly Gardner
English Language Fellow
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Teachersnetuy
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