Computer Delusion

The article about the computer delusion was very interesting and though provoking. I found it thought provoking because I am still stunned by the fact that some very basic programs that should be in place in many schools are taken out because of technology. Although technology, I believe, is necessary in the world in which we live, it should not be taking over the schools in which we teach.
The use of technology in our classrooms has because necessary. Teachers use it to communicate with parents, colleagues, students and even professional organizations. We are able to create blogs, wikis, and websites to guide students along in their growth. We can alter photos, create concept maps, create photo stories and podcasts all through the use of the computer in our classrooms and homes. Students are able to explore other methods of summarizing, writing and reading through the use of the computer.
The most important thing that this article taught me was that computers are necessary for growth and learning development but also that we cannot forget the basic principles and philosophies of education while we are teaching. Discussions, group work and manipulatives (not generated from the computer) are still important for students to use and grow with in their educational quests.