They want more, too. Another would like the ability to create his own personalized menus when using existing software. Of course all of this has rubbed off on staff. Teachers who have shown limited interest in technology until now expect a high end computer and network drop in their classroom now that they see the success and enthusiasm shown by other teachers. Teachers who have integrating technology in their curriculum for years are moving full steam ahead, incorporating technology in numerous units each school year.
Some units are entirely technology based and even paperless.
Teachers who were formerly textbook teachers are realizing the value of technology as software becomes better and easier to use. The Internet has captured the attention of many people who never cared before. And, they all expect to be able to get into the media center and labs when they want to. This requires careful scheduling of all equipment and spaces. Computer peripherals are also seen in a new way.