February-Video+Reflections

Did You Know? The author stated that the change in media and technology has affected how we behave. This change has influenced how we communicate, produce, advertise, share, and learn. Media and technology is now all around us in a digital manner. The shift has been away from traditional to technology—traditional print to digital media and text. Nevertheless, these shifts have changed how we behave—text messages, twitter updates, appropriate use of technology, email, and spam. I think this author justifies why it is so important that we teach students appropriate use of technology and tech etiquette. [|Did You Know?]

Apple IPad What impresses me the most about the new Apple IPad is the size. I cannot comprehend the technology involved to create a product that is so thin, yet so fast and user accessible (especially through touch sensitivity). The quality of the graphic resolution and color is remarkable. It is fun to imagine what a classroom would look like where students each have one at their desks—no books, pencils, paper, or other supplies would be needed. The advertisers have promoted the use of the IPad as being not only easy, but also fun—running applications is a fun experience that the user will want to share with others. [|Apple IPad]