Philosophy of Technology
Introduction My experience with technology for learning began as a student in elementary school where we regularly used technology as a reward. If we paid attention in class, we could play math games on a computer that allowed us to practice basic arithmetic skills. As a class we could earn the reward of visiting the computer lab to play Oregon Trail. According to Reiser (2001) this scenario of using technology in a way that does not actually enhance learning is not an uncommon use of technology in the classroom. I have now had the experience of being a classroom teacher for six years and a school librarian for seven years. Throughout this time, I have taught in classrooms with vastly different technology setups. One of the first classrooms I taught in only had a chalkboard. More recently the classrooms I teach in have the latest smartboards and each student has their own laptop. Through these experiences I have learned that the fundamentals of teaching hold true regardless of the