Technology Standards Homework

The technology standards of the past show very different learning environments from our classrooms today.  The learning environments of the past:

·         were teacher- centered and based on delivering the information to the students.

·         lacked multisensory stimulation.

·         required isolated work and passive learning.

·         only expected factual and literal thinking.

·         covered curriculum that was not applicable to the students.   

More modern learning environments:

·         are student-centered.

·         offer multi-sensory & multimedia stimulation.

·         require collaborative work and active learning.

·         expect investigative and inquiry based thinking.

·         cover curriculum that has real-world applications.

The technology standards from the past deal with general topics that can still be found in the more current standards:  Basic computer operation skills, use of technology for research and communication, legal and ethical issues, and the ability to use technology to support student learning.  Over the years, the role of the teacher seems to have changed to more of a guide or facilitator.  The classroom focus has shifted to more active learning, where students are expected to solve problems, troubleshoot, collaborate, and communicate. Today's learning environments have changed to incorporate strategies that will help prepare students for the future workforce.


In the future the standards will have to continually be updated to stay current with the times.  It is a difficult process because it is near impossible to predict what skills the students will need to acquire.  For sure they will need to know about blogs,cloud computing and google docs-only time will tell what other skills will be needed in the future workplace.