Lesson 1: An overview of educational Technology 1

We are aware now that educational technology has already a big part in the learning and teaching process in education. As what was taught to us, as a field, educational technology emphasizes communication skills and approaches to teaching and learning through the judicious use and integration of diverse media. Scholars in the field examine the uses of innovative media and technologies for education, examining all aspects from direct student learning to management and impacts on institutions. As in all forms of applied technology, the field studies how theoretical knowledge and scientific principles can be applied to problems that arise in a social context. Practitioners in educational technology seek new and effective ways of organizing the teaching and learning process through the best possible application of technological developments. These activities rely upon a body of knowledge for successful and ethical implementation, rather than routine tasks or isolated technical skills.

The Educational Technology 1 course has paved the way for the learner to become aware, appreciative and equipped to use educational technology 1 tools ranging from traditional to modern educational media. Indeed, the foundation for a truly satisfying exposure to educational technology has been firmly laid down by the educational technology 1 course, starting with the through treatment of the history of educational technology, quality education, and the roles of educational technology 1 in the 21th millennium.  In educational technology 1, the learner was also oriented towards averting the dangers of dehumanization which technology brings into societies, such as through ideological propaganda, pornography, financial fraud, and other exploitative use of technology. Sad to say, these dangers continue to affect peoples and cultures while widening the gap between rich and poor countries.

Since I was the reporter in this lesson, ofcourse, I experience how teach to assuming that I am the real teacher. It is fun and rewarding. The lesson was just a review, however, it seemed like I used time machine to time travel. As an experience and since experience is the best teacher, this might seem cliché but indeed, I can attest to this. This lesson also taught me how to consume educational technology in a proper manner. Since it is already built within me the boons and banes of educational technology, I can now use it without resulting danger or I can prevent some of its disadvantage in learning and in teaching my future students as well.

It’s so glad to know that students really pays attention to you whenever you throw questions and when all hears and eyes were lend on you while teaching. Technology greatly impacts the teaching and learning process nowadays. I have seen its vitality in the community and schools. But if not used in a proper and appropriate way, it may cause chaos in the school and society as well. I agree that Technology in education plays an important role in improving the educational skills and knowledge of the people. This is very important especially those who need improve their knowledge in order for them to achieve a successful life in the future. Technology in education is manifested through the use of computers. This is also a great help for teachers since they can already enhance their teaching skills and strategies every time they are facing their class. This technology is very essential for both the students and the teacher but there are some instances wherein this technology is seen to be disadvantageous for both of them as well. I think it is safe to say that many teachers have felt the panic of technology-gone-wrong in their classrooms before. When it is working well, technology (tools such as computers, the Internet, or other mobile devices) can support student learning. Although technology can cause confusion when there is a technical problem, it can also support a rich learning environment filled with student engagement and unlimited information.

As an application, we, as teachers, should see to it that before integrating technology into the classroom by adding computer devices and other technology tools to the learning environment, teachers need to be aware of the advantages and disadvantages so they can be fully prepared to handle unexpected issues or questions from parents or administrators. And for the students to avoid the dangers of technology in learning, we must always discipline and correct our students in using the educational technology in an effective means for them to inculcate what they learned within themselves and not just in while being in the classroom.