Intro to Educational/Instructional Technology

Welcome to Fall 2014

I'm teaching Intro to educational technology this semester and the first blog reflection is suppose to be about how I view technology in teaching & learning. Since I first went out on the Internet in 1995 I was hooked. I switched from business to education in order to learn how to create online learning, as I realized the huge potential the Web had for providing access to education for non-traditional students, of which I have always been.

In particular for adult learners who needed to pursue higher education in order to achieve their career goals and/or open new opportunities.

The one question I always come back to when I'm designing courses, whether online or on campus, is "Is this the best technology, program, delivery method, etc. for this content, these students and in this environment". It really helps to cut through the hype that surrounds new technologies to get to the heart of the matter......will this technology be the best for what I'm trying to accomplish.