10-1 Blog: Reflection

     This course has taught me a lot about effective technology integration as well as the role of a technology integrator. One of the most important things I will take away from this course is the importance of adapting with available technology and being open to change. The three most important things that all technology integrators must remember to do is to constantly be updating tools in their toolbox, keep an eye out for new trends and research, and continue to develop relationships with the school community (Module ten, n.d.). My previous experience has highlighted how to be flexible in changing times and how to go with the flow. I think I will be successful working as a technology integrator because of my ability to adapt to changes, especially those associated with the common core. Lynch (2013) notes that today's teachers must be able to adapt quickly, and this is something I can do quite well. Nagel (2013) argues that the Common Core will require different professional development strategies as opposed to the traditional workshop-based professional development. This course has taught me how to plan and implement hands-on professional development workshops that will be effective for teachers.
     This course taught me all about the role of the technology integrator. The technology integrator must work with teachers and school professionals to aid in the implementation of technology and best practices for technology (Module one, n.d.). I enjoyed learning about the importance of teacher collaboration because I think this will really help me as a technology integrator. I will need to be able to transform a teacher's old, dated lesson into more relevant, technology-rich, engaging one. This course also showed me how to use technology to reach all types of students, which is something I will definitely take away with me. Lastly, I enjoyed learning about different technology configurations and learning environments and comparing the benefits and drawbacks to each type of configuration.
     Overall I think this course has really helped me prepare for my future as a technology integrator and I am excited to put practice into action!

References

Module one: The role of the technology integrator (n.d.). Retrieved from bb.snhu.edu

Module ten: Perfecting the craft (n.d.). Retrieved from bb.snhu.edu

Lynch, M. (2013, Oct 2). Evolving classroom education: Where is k-12 technology headed? Education Week. Retrieved from http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/education_futures/2013/10/evolving_classroom_education_where_is_k-12_technology_headed.html

Nagel, D. (2013, Sept 10). Report: Effective teacher professional development crucial to common core. The Journal. Retrieved from http://thejournal.com/articles/2013/09/10/report-effective-teacher-professional-development-crucial-to-common-core.aspx