Technology

My name is Brandon Buchmann. I am from Seymour, Wisconsin, and during high school I was a three-sport athlete. Currently, I am in my third year at UW-Oshkosh. I am an elementary education major with a math minor.
In today's world, technology is everywhere. The speed at which it changes is astonishing, and it is difficult to keep up with. Teachers need to have knowledge of this technology because their students will need that knowledge in their everyday world. Not only that, but technology can save teachers time and effort. This allows them to focus on how they can better reach their students. For instance, creating a powerpoint is often used as an effective visual aid. Rather than having to create posters or other materials, the teacher can create a powerpoint that is easier to read for the students.
Young people are spending more and more time with technology each and everyday. Many use cell phones, ipods, and computers day in and day out. With the growing knowledge that young people have in the world of technology, it is the teacher's job to keep up.