Post # 8: Thoughts on Technologically Illiterate Teachers

I think Mr. Fisch is definitely on to something. The fact that the post seems rather harsh only drives the issue home with me. Teachers must be aware of new advances in the world of technology. Educators that have been in the field for years have different degrees of technological knowledge and experience. The state does not mind sending teachers to workshops on the latest method of teaching, or a new teaching initiative, so why can't these teachers attend scheduled workshops on computers and the capacity to utilize this technology in a classroom setting?
The idea that computers is not going away is evident in the college classroom where new teachers are learning all they can about this innovative teaching tool. Many educators probably feel overwhelmed by all of this computer mumbo jumbo, but the best way to help these illiterate teachers is to minimize the amount of knowledge thrown at them at a time. If you can break the process of basic skills to advanced skills and programs down into small increments, the information can probably be learned effectively. Overall, the only way for teachers to know what they are teaching is to teach the teachers. It is never too late to learn.