As we work with curriculum integration of technology at the secondary level several things are becoming apparent. First, the computer by itself may not have the capacity to significantly change the culture of the classroom as we would like. Also, we must find creative ways to support teachers and staff as they learn to use the resource and as they seek appropriate content and strategies for its use. The process for addressing these needs is one I call adding value . In essence we add value to a computing resource to give it broader functionality.
Time is also a value added component.
If the networked computer can reduce time spent on administrative matters such as attendance, grading, reporting, communication, and planning, then more learning time is available. The networked computer enhanced with a presentation device, properly used, can help achieve all of these things. As we move forward with technology integration, let us stop to realistically assess the teacher's situation and build our infrastructures in such a way that we eliminate obstacles to its use. Inc. All rights reserved.