Beckmann just helped me understand a pattern that has been troubling me for years. After all, they're just pushing harder and more quickly for the same goal that I am working toward. One source of my discomfort is being reminded of my own similarly cavalier attitudes in past decades.
Most human beings are busy and preoccupied with their own interests and obligations.
I believe that for change that is widespread, deep in impact, and longlasting we must build bridges between the pioneers and those who can only follow along more slowly. The rest of us need to learn from the experience of those who go ahead first and move faster. The pioneers need assurance that others will extend the impact of their work, and that what the leaders learn won't be lost or wasted. This line of thinking should guide those of us who hope to improve teaching and learning with technology as well as those seeking other important changes. I should note, when I myself feel lazy I apply the same tests and usually move right along.