In response to a blog post by Karl Fisch, I agree 110% with what he has to say. Any one that labels themself an educator and refuses to learn ways to implement technology into daily instruction (providing the technology is available), should lose their license. Yes, I know that’s extreme, but if we want to provide students an education to make them ‘globally competitive’ and ‘future-ready’ we just have to get down to it and ensure that teachers receive the highest quality professional development. Don’t just offer technology instruction in isolation. After all, we don’t work in technology isolation. Hey life, hold on a minute while I go check my e-mail and pay the bills online. NOT!!!!

Each day, I set my mind on the task that when someone needs my help, I give to them. I do this with one thing in mind – educate others so that they might be able to help themselves. Give them the knowledge and confidence to tackle problems when they encounter them. Today’s education system no longer needs to cram information into student’s brain, but we need to show them how to dissect information and use it in meaningful ways. Critical thinking is vital to learning today.

So as we as continue down the paths of technology and education, we have to make sure that teachers focus on becoming technologically literate. Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. Try something new and celebrate your successes. From that, you will only move forward.

If you haven’t read Karl’s article, then please do so – and share it with others – after all it’s been around for more than a year.

By the way, here’s a shot of Karl I took at NECC this summer: