In this recent article from NCTE, students (especially) want to see more integration of technology in math and science. The teachers, parents, and students all feel that learning through real-life problems in these subjects, as well as talking with people in the field and visiting places (such as a green house for science) are better than sitting in the classroom with abstract ideas.
Well...excuse my language...but "Duh!"
We all knew that a long time ago. I guess administrators are just figuring this "constructivist" idea out. Well good! A little late than never.
Students also feel that cell phones should be allowed in school for emergencies and for staying in contact with parents. 97% of students wanted cell phones, but only half of the teachers. I can see both perspectives. Students see it as a means of communication and entertainment, and teachers see it as a distraction.
I would recommend reading the article. It is quite enlightening. Finally, parents are taking more control over their children's education and speaking out, constructively!
source: http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/showStory.cfm?ArticleID=6951
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I just posted this article on my blog! It was a very relevant and interesting article, and it shows that students, parents, and teachers alike WANT more technology in the classroom - not just us.
I also can see both perspectives of students wanting their cell phones in school and only half the teachers agreeing. Can we honestly say that they are wrong for thinking cell phones would be a distraction? Students will take advantage of having the phone and will go online, text or just play games on their phones when they get bored in class. Just today I was in class and noticed 7 people texting during a lesson. If we, future educators are distracted by cell phones, I am pretty sure young adults will be as well.
If students are texting in class I wonder what's going on or not going on in that class...that would be my question.
Staci, can you make the link you added live?
all done dr. stearns!
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