The 2008 NETS for teachers really emphasized on what are expected from the teachers nowadays. Indeed, the use of technology in education is necessary and has to be taught and promoted in the classroom. In order for our students to be able to compete globally in this technologically advanced world and succeed in the process, teachers should be able to provide them with necessary tools to guide and help them out. The NETS also require teachers to continue to improve their professional practice and I suppose that would include trainings. I just hope that the school/administration will be able to provide teachers the necessary trainings they need in order for them to keep up with technological advancements.
I was able to look into the ISTE and one of the articles dated Feb 2007 is about the plan to eliminate the funds for Enhancing Education Through Technology Program for FY 2008. I'm not sure what is the situation now (whether it was eliminated at all) but I am surprise that the government even considered eliminating it. It does not make sense to me considering that if we really intend to produce students that are competent enough to deal with the challenges as far as education or employment are concerned, we should encourage programs such as the one stated.
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Thanks for posting, Violeta.
The NETS do give us a background as to what is expected. I am sure as standards and technology is developed, they will grow and develop as well.
Nice job!
Another important aspect is that the proper technology must be present in the classroom/district for it to be successful. Unfortunately many districts can not afford to supply their schools with the very same technology that we have become dependent on in the present day.
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