But that does not mean it should be disregarded. Following the lead of government spokespersons and acknowledging that the critics have valuable insights, technology still must be available to students in our schools. Today's students are the first generation that will be expected to have technology skills for careers and future success. In this Information Age, information is the currency that drives the economy. If people do not have access to information or the necessary tools, they can not participate in this economy.
Technology is already available, there is no doubt.
What is in question is the usage and effectiveness of that technology. Numbers tell us nothing about the impact of technology. This is difficult to answer and almost impossible to measure without looking at the big picture of technology in society. Both teachers and students enter the classroom with previous technology experience and personalized viewpoints on that technology, and all of this must be examined. Focus on learning with technology, not about technology.