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Instructional Technology Course Reflection When I first took this course and looked at its syllabus, I thought that I already accomplished the same content as a previous course. As weeks progressed, it was a great refresher to revisit basic skills of technology and revisit online platforms that are beneficial for a classroom setting. It also turned out that there are more educational platforms that I haven't explored yet. These new digital resources hooked my interest to discover more of what technology has to offer. I was able to try out new interactive websites aside from what I already know and have been using. During the challenging times in keeping face-to-face student engagement, the significance of technology became the reigning glory of this era. Education relied so much on the power of technology to keep its goal of "students first." Teachers then became more innovative and creative to keep student engagement no matter the distance. Courses like these are definit...

  An Optimistic Approach to Technology on Education "Technology is important because it creates the future. We're able to be a part of the "next" and create things that don't exist." - MC Hammer Education has evolved massively from its traditional ways of teaching. The world of technology opened a door to countless opportunities that are beneficial in this profession. From chalkboards and papers to online presentations and digital worksheets, technology has a lot more to offer. Here are the following ways technology has improved the way students are educated. 1. Improves access to a wide range of informational background Students and teachers have easy access to a variety of online resources. They can research information that is legit and up-to-date from trusted sources online. There are also ready-made templates on educational platforms that educators can use for classroom instruction. 2. Enhances communication Technology is a bridge that connects one ano...