Tuesday, May 1, 2007

Journal #6

“Social Justice, Choice or Necessity?” by Colleen Swain and David Edyburn


This article explores the social justice implications of instructional technology and provides educators with a framework for understanding the effects of their decision in using instructional technology in the classroom. It goes on to describe what social justice means and explains that students need to learn to use technology as a tool for solving a range of problems and that if they do not learn how to do this, they will be at a serious disadvantage.

How can I use the computer effectively in my classroom? I can teach my students the tools they need to use technology as well as make sure that every student is allowed equal time on the computer.

How can I get access to more computers/software for my classroom? I can check into getting free software and also research to find places willing to donate computers or find some that are refurbished.

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