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 * Is it okay for teachers to be technologically illiterate in 2012? What should be done about those who are? **

** As teachers, it is our job to not only provide students with knowledge but also provide them with the tools and skills necessary for them to succeed in the world. Today’s world relies on technology. There are no arguments with that. If you want to be a player in today’s world then you have to feel comfortable with technology. So where will our students learn how to properly use technology. In our schools. This is where they learn how to be around technology, how to be responsible with it, and how to use the programs that they will need as adults. For a teacher to flat out refuse to use technology, would mean that they are doing a disservice to their students. The teacher’s job is to promote the future, not the past. At the very least, a teacher should be using technology if only to allow the students to feel more comfortable. **

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 * This video clip illustrates my point. This student has basic important questions for his teacher. If his teacher doesn’t know the answers then how will this child be ready for the future? One of the questions that was particularly powerful was “are you going to teach me how to be safe on the internet?” This question is very powerful. Even if you ignore all of the educational values of technology and how it can improve participation and involvement, a teacher can’t ignore that without technology, they are not preparing their students. **

**There are a number of options for illiterate technological teachers. There are many programs that are designed for teachers. Community colleges are always offering basic computer courses. There are also seminars that are offered. These types of teachers may want to consider lobbying the administration for training time. There are also a number of free online resources that can help answer questions. The following link is a presentation that was given to teachers to support technology in the classroom.**

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As a teacher it is our responsibility to be up to date with our profession. Being up to date could mean several things like learning the newest teaching styles or the most current technology. Technology plays an important role in society today. It has changed the way people live their lives. We as educators need to see how it has evolved the lives of our students. Most students now a days are very technology literate and we need to see that and run with it. There are many opportunities we could provide our students with technology. A teacher that does not want to incorporate technology into their classroom is essentially cheating their students. We need to be the ones to educate our students on the technology, so that they can feel comfortable with technology.

There are many teachers who are technology illiterate and there are many ways to help them with that. You can always take classes on the different technology. There are several self- help videos online at places like YouTube. Teachers should not be afraid to ask their colleagues for help. Many districts have a technology departments that can help. Teachers can also learn from their students. Here are some simple Youtube videos that will teach you to use some programs:

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