Thing 16-Teach Digital

One message that was unanimously heard throughout each video were students' needs for developing their creativity through diverse and interactive means. Great! Sign them all up for a fine arts class! In all reality, on one hand I am concerned about today's youth's ability to focus over an extended time. Their video game screens move so quickly from screen to screen. And, on the other hand, they are really devote to the technology available to them. We should incorporate technology in our teaching to capture their interest and to prepare them for future endeavors.

The videos created by the students had them stating that teachers need to be more current in our teaching methods. The youth want us to change our old fashioned teaching methods. But the truth is is that great teaching is great teaching. Build a rapport with your students. Know your subject material. Be prepared. Have confidence in your students' abilities, so they, too, can learn to believe in themselves. Present each lesson in an organized manner. As I stated above, great teaching is great teaching no matter which generation you are from.

In conclusion, a balance needs to be had. In all three video's the viewer was encouraged to embrace a change in educational practices. Lecturing, referred to as outdated, is commonplace in the working world known as meetings. Although Sir Ken Robinson 'lectured' for 20 minutes, he engaged listeners with a balance of stories, intellectualism, research, and humor. In addition to incorporating technology, students need the stories, the laughter, a teacher who can sense that within a lecture, the listener needs a change of pace. Use technology. Learn the world of your students to be in touch with their interests and balance it with your best teaching techniques.