Blog 1 - Definition of Technology Integration

Technology integration is the process by which we introduce our students to the appropriate technologies that they will need to effectively navigate the world in which they currently and will one day live. As teachers, it is critical that we use the available technology to enhance our lessons and create deeper meaning for our students. We need to integrate technology not just to teach information but to create in our students the ability to critically analyze information and use the technology available.
It is important that we recognize the importance in not using all of the technology at one time. We need to also create in ourselves the ability to censor the technology and only use what will truly add meaning to our lessons. We need only use the technology in order to develop higher order thinking skills and critical literacy within our students. With teachers constantly receiving training in how to integrate technology into the classroom, we are able to pass these skills on to our students. Our students live in an ever-changing environment, and it is important that they are prepared to engage with the technology that they will come into contact with throughout their lives.