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I really didn’t understand the extent at which 21^st century technology has changed the education system, and even the world for that matter. I knew it had changed my life, and I know my son is much smarter than I was at his age, but I never stopped to think of the global impact it has had. I didn’t think it was important to stay up to date on the latest social trends, newest apps, and technologies. I would not describe myself as trendy, however, from reading and studying in the class so far, I can see that I would do a major disservice to my students if I didn’t ensure they had all the tools needed for them to be successful, and some of those tools are digitally driven. Students have to be prepared to enter the workforce with the digital tools they need. I have to be prepared to help them learn.

21^st Century learning is all about equipping today’s learners with the tools needed to be successful in a technology driven age. Today’s student is apart of what is known as the digital revolution. From the book, “Teaching Models Designing Instruction for the 21^st century,” it states that in many ways the digital revolution is similar to the agricultural and industrial revolutions of the past. The digital revolution is influencing employment, education, citizenship, and most other aspects of daily life (Pg. 4). Students today are more diverse than ever before and are globally connected in a way to help enhance communication from various cultures, (Teaching Models, Pg. 10).  It is important to consider the relevance of technology for the 21^st century learner in everyday life. Today’s learner has grown up in a digital age. Their pictures have been posted to social media from birth, they play apps, and digital games. They use technology every day, (Pg. 16). If we don’t adjust as educators to the ever changing and demanding digital revolution, then we would be doing a disservice to the learner by crippling their competitiveness for their future.

The onslaught of information can be overwhelming (Pg. 7). It is important to help the students organize, synthesize, and prioritize all the information they have access to in order to help them learn and grow. It is a gift to have so much information at their fingertips, but it can also be distracting and hinder them on their educational journey. I have to continuously research and stay on top of the latest tools and advanced technology. If I fail to do so, it changes so quickly I could be using out of date information. It is imperative that I incorporate 21^st century technology and learning strategies into all core subjects to help deliver the most current and up to date information to my students as possible.

                                   

Citation:

Kilbane C. R., & Milman N. B. (2018). Teaching Models. [Yuzu]. Retrieved from https://reader.yuzu.com/#/books/9780133557176/