Go Go Gadget Teacher

21st century Teacher = Master of Technology

Today's teacher must be a master of many trades. They must be technology savvy and up to date on popular trends.  The students of this generation move fast, and educators must be have an action plan. When educators begin to look at learning through the eyes of their students, they might begin to see that there is never a thing as too much technology.

In today's society, we are surrounded by gadgets. Tablets, ipods and netbooks have become common jargon in the hallways, and yet some schools and classrooms refuse to allow students to use them in the classroom.  However,  in Chawanakee Ca, a small 1:1 high school is allowing their students to do just that!

Mr Jon Corippo is the technology guru for the school. He believes that all students are a vessel to be filled with infinite technical knowledge.  His motto "Creating is more important than memorizing" is evident in the fact that he helps run a 1:1 high school. A 1:1 school means that there is one computer for very student. The school allows all students to use electronics, and has decriminalized the act of using technology during school hours. As long as a student asks permission, they may listen to their ipod, or have their cell phone out on their desk!

As our students become more technology driven, we too as educators must mirror that drive in our classrooms. We must  begin to create learning environments that foster appropriate use of technology. We must harness the use of social media networks as a means to reach our students.  It is our job to create divergent independent thinkers, and fill our students tool box with useful technology!