Time for Change

Many classrooms today look much as they did nearly a century ago. Although there are only a few factors which can assist in the reformation of the concept of school, technology is one of these factors. In terms of classroom management, teachers who take advantage of available technology. Technology allows for individualization, encourages collaboration and can be available any time, any place. Schools will not be confined to four walls, nine months and six hour days. Teachers need to be prepared to embrace the change.

Student learning will be more individualized. Lesson preparation will change to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles, abilities and interests. Traditional classes may no longer be necessary since learning can occur from any location at any time. Teachers will need to become accustomed to and proficient in a more diverse set of instructional strategies including using technology effectively in the classroom, and new technologies using distance learning opportunities.