Teacher Experience and Technology Integration

A teacher’s comfort level with technology determines the degree to which s/he integrates technology into the classroom. An educator who doesn’t use technology in his/her every day life will probably not be open to integrating it into a lesson.  S/he might not see the value in using it as a tool to engage students and increase learning.   Someone who is comfortable using technology will be more open to using it in the classroom and will take more risks that lead to bigger rewards.

Of course it isn’t always obvious when and how to use varying types of technology.  In order to do so, the educator must know when the use of technology would enhance a lesson and what tech tool would work best.   Teachers who are motivated to use technology develop this knowledge by trying out different types, participating in professional development, collaborating with other teachers who integrate technology in their classrooms, and staying tuned in to what’s happening in the “edtech” world.