Loading ...What’s the Role of Technology in Catholic Schools?
This provocative video challenges us to think seriously about the place of technology in our schools:
Do you agree with their comments? In light of the opinions expressed in the video, what can Catholic teachers do help students become responsible users of technology? And what about those who don’t have access to technology?
My Take: Students who have access to computers and cell phones are constantly consuming and creating content. If we are to help them become bearers of Christ’s light to the world, we need to help them evaluate the content they’re taking in and the content they’re creating. In some respects, this is no different than what we’ve done for decades. We try to help students think for themselves and apply the teachings of Christ to the ethical decisions they make, and we challenge students to bring the Good News to every arena of their lives. But we can’t do that unless we are familiar ourselves with the ways in which they are using technology–unless we speak their language and know how to use the tools they use.
What’s your take?
