Digital Blog Post #L

The first concept that I chose to reflect on is the Stages of Technology Integration. The stages of technological integration include entry, adoption, adaption, appropriation, and invention (Maloy, 2013). In the entry stage, teachers are beginning to learn information technologies (Maloy, 2013). In the adoption stage, teachers begin to blend technology into their classroom practice without making any significant changes to those practices (Maloy, 2013). In the adaptation stage, teachers fully integrate new technologies into traditional classroom practices (Maloy, 2013). In the appropriation stage, teachers easily and confidently use technology in the classroom and professional work (Maloy, 2013). In the last stage which is the invention stage, teachers start to experiment with many instructional patterns and ways of relating to students (Maloy, 2013). I believe that each one of these stages are so important for teachers to know and understand which stage they are at.  Growth through theses stages will help teachers give their students the ability to gain technological knowledge and skills.

The second concept I chose to reflect on is One-to-one Laptop Computing. This term is used when every student has his/her own computing device to use in school (Maloy, 2013). One-to-one laptop computing is supposed to prevent digital inequality among students and give them all an equal chance to succeed (Maloy, 2013). I remember in high school when laptops became a relevant tool to use for the students, and how beneficial it was us to do our daily work. I see how it helps many students and motivates them to succeed as well.

  The third concept that I chose to reflect on is Developing a Technology-Learning Mindset. Teachers that possess a technology-learning mindset are the ones who are willing to investigate how digital technology can be used to transform teaching and learning in schools (Maloy, 2013). This form requires both creativity and critical thinking; exploring variety of technology tools for their education (Maloy, 2013). Incorporating different tools helps change the learning styles and makes it beneficial for the students. I believe with all my heart that a teacher who has this technology-learning mindset, understands that there is always room to grow and learn. It gives teachers and students the opportunity to continue learning and growing together.

Resources:

Kobenko, K (2017, April 15). Stages of Technology Integration. Created with emaze

Maloy, R., O'Loughlin, R., Edwards, S., & Woolf, B. (2013). Transforming Learning with New Technologies. 2nd Edition. Boston, MA: Pearson Education Inc.