That Digital Librarian

The environmental scan of educational technology in U.S. public schools serves as a vital tool for understanding the relationship between technology and education within the public school system. Its  goal is to furnish readers with an accurate depiction of the current state of affairs regarding technology, offering insights into trends, challenges, and opportunities that are influencing the realm of technology in teaching and learning.   I am currently not teaching in any school district. I relied on information from the website datausa.io and the CCISD school website. I was able to find information on the demographics of my city on the datausa.io website. The school district website ha d a technology plan that I was able to gain information from. Demographic Insights:   Corpus Christi, Texas, stands as a vibrant city by the sea with a unique demographic profile. As of 2020, the median household income in Corpus Christi reached $57,387, demonstrating a modest ...

I can remember technology being one of the most important tools for me as a teacher. I used it every day in my instruction. I knew that it was going to immediately engage my students. Technology has altered how we access and absorb information, it has become an essetial part of our lives and also in education, which has been both a blessing and a challenge. This essay examines how students' attitudes toward technology are changing, how it is changing in the classroom, why librarians should embrace educational technology, and how instruction is affected by the shifting technological environment.   Technology is frequently viewed differently by students than it is by teachers and librarians. Many children see technology as a part of who they are instead of just a tool. They were brought up in an age when cellphones, tablets, and laptops are prevalent, so using digital gadgets in daily life c omes naturally to them. Many students view technology as a part of who they are. They ...