Educating the Dragon






         A learning journey with no fixed abode

March 27, 2007

Why teach technology?

Here is my response to Vicki’s question ‘Why teach technology?’ It’s my first go at uploading to Teachertube. Technology teaching is the equipping of students today for the environment tomorrow. Yes, the future is unclear but if they leave us armed with the tools, shortcuts, and critical thinking skills then they will be prepared for a lifetime of learning and change.

Ps. I wish someone would teach me how to embed vodcast and podcast into my blog. I look like such a newbie, but I just can’t figure it out.

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2 Comments »

  1. Simon,

    We LOVED your response to Vicki’s “Why teach technology?” A creative and engaging video. I agree with you about teaching critical thinking skills. With these skills students can be prepared for whatever comes.

    Look forward to seeing more videos from you.

    Jodie
    jodie@teachertube.com

      Jodie — March 28, 2007 @ 11:19 am

  2. Simon, howdy! Any chance I can get a downloadable copy of your video to show in low-bandwidth areas? I’m going to highlight TeacherTube tomorrow using your video as an example while doing a keynote in New Zealand.

    Drop me an email or skype me at “mguhlin”

    Wishing you well,

    Miguel Guhlin
    Around the Corner-MGuhlin.net
    http://www.mguhlin.net

      Miguel Guhlin — March 29, 2007 @ 5:36 pm

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