The Concept of 'Brain Gain' and Cognitive Complexity
Necessary Changes as Educators
Seek to understand the world around our students
How can we teach not only content and standards, but transform our practices into teaching effective thinking, effective action, effective relationships, effective accomplishment, and digital wisdom?
Use the Bloom's Levels of Taxonomy to teach standards by integrating technology!
Misconceptions About Technology
Do we as educators underestimate our students?
Do we focus too much on the problems technology can cause and diminish the potential significant benefits that it can provide our students?
Always Connected: Realities of Our Students' World
TECHNOLOGY IS THE AIR THEY BREATHE
Must become entrepreneurial to
solve society's new problems
Society is constantly embracing new
technologies
Benefits for Students Immersed in Technology
Students' brains are enhanced by technology
Creativity will lead to job security
Prepare for future careers
Encourages collaboration and NETWORKING with others
Maintains student engagement in the classroom
Provides new learning opportunities