Over the past few weeks we have explored various social issues through
different texts and digital outlets. Over the years there has been, and continues
to be, a vast expansion on the manner in which different issues are addressed due
to the increase in the production of technology. Individuals have greater
access to the news around them. As well
issues which were once concealed have been exposed allowing for more awareness
of the changing world. As a future
educator I find it fascinating to be able to study these resources as they will
be reliable when engaging in media studies within the classroom. Media studies prove
to be a vital component of a student’s academic study as it allows them to investigate
and become conscious of different political and economical concerns.
The twenty first century has evolved into a digital generation as most
of the information individual’s retain comes from different digital sites. We
studied this theory in greater depth last week and discussed whether or not as
an educator we should promote the use of digital devices in the classroom. Shockingly
enough, I now believe that it is important for teachers to incorporate various
digital devices in their classroom as leads to and promotes individual exploration
of self and society. I say this because I myself have never been a large user
of digital devices as I prefer the “old fashioned” style of receiving information.
However these past few weeks have revealed to me that technology is not
something to fear but to embrace as it leads to monumental opportunities for
both educators and students. The article
A Vision for Mobile Learning: More Verbs,
Fewer Nouns written by Julie Evans is an informative, educational
piece that discusses the issues surrounding the ongoing growth of technology
and its effect within the contemporary classroom. Evans addresses a new program
currently in place which encourages students to bring in their personal devices
such as cell phones, tablets and/ or laptops to use during a lesson. Evans provides support for her various claims
through various studies and statics. Although I agree with what \Evans is
arguing, I found myself questioning how such a program might take away educators
authority. To better understand and
appreciate the theory produced by Ms. Evans, I watched a TED talk by Shelly
Wright which also addresses the idea put forth in the Evans article. Ms. Wright shares similar view points and opinions as Evans and
demonstrates how resourceful technology can be to enhance a student’s academic
career.
Media studies have been geared towards unveiling different social, economical and cultural practices through various communication strands to allow the contemporary student knowledge on past and current issues. Educators are responsible to mediate these messages in captivating ways in order to inspire students to research and act against different social ills. A valuable lesson I have learned so far is that an educator cannot shun nor discourage individual growth. We work to foster student’s academic success and provide them with outlets that will allow them to express who they truly are so that they can better understand their role as a twenty first century individual. When we foster individual growth we are feeding their ability to succeed. It is our responsibility to become aware of what they world has to offer our students so that we can provide them with the best learning environment possible. Our job is always changing, we will never reach a point which we can be stagnant because there will always be new, different ways to engage and educate those around us. We must be willing to take on this responsibility so that we can create positive, intelligent individuals for the future.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fMC-z7K0r4
Media studies have been geared towards unveiling different social, economical and cultural practices through various communication strands to allow the contemporary student knowledge on past and current issues. Educators are responsible to mediate these messages in captivating ways in order to inspire students to research and act against different social ills. A valuable lesson I have learned so far is that an educator cannot shun nor discourage individual growth. We work to foster student’s academic success and provide them with outlets that will allow them to express who they truly are so that they can better understand their role as a twenty first century individual. When we foster individual growth we are feeding their ability to succeed. It is our responsibility to become aware of what they world has to offer our students so that we can provide them with the best learning environment possible. Our job is always changing, we will never reach a point which we can be stagnant because there will always be new, different ways to engage and educate those around us. We must be willing to take on this responsibility so that we can create positive, intelligent individuals for the future.
Media studies is a subject which I feel will have the
greatest impact on an individual’s understanding of self for it allows them to
explore the world in a new way they may not be familiar with. Without knowledge
of the world how are we expected to grow? I am excited to take students on a journey
into media studies that allows them to see the true beauty and wave of possibilities
the world has to offer.
https://www.pinterest.com/makingcentsofit/technology-in-the-classroom/
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