Foundations of Technology: Reading Reflection

 The main idea that I took away from the reading is that technology is meant to be a tool used by teachers to achieve meaningful learning, not a substitute for teachers. Students should learn through the use of technology, not from technology. I think it’s an important distinction to make concerning the integration of technology into the learning process. It is not a new idea to me, I have believed that technology integration should be limited to just an aid to the traditional learning process.

             

Something that surprised me was the idea that learning technologies can also be an environment that facilitates meaningful learning. Through technology, an environment can be created that engages students in various characteristics of meaningful learning. These environments can also be based on activities that engage students and facilitate learning. It is a different perspective than the traditional view of technology as a partner.