It is important for everyone to keep up with technology. Technology is changing everyday and if we do not stay with it we are going to struggle in our jobs and daily life. Educators should be into technology, because there technology keeps playing an important role in education. Internet, computers, blogs, text message, instant message, and other technology have made education easier and more effective than ever before.

Personally, I do feel instant messaging can be a distraction in the attempt of finding ways for educational communication. Although, I also think that there could be a way in which chat and instant messaging can be effective. Since my major is Kinesiology and I will most likely go in coaching, then I will not be using chat or instant messaging. Chat and instant messaging can be helpful, but I think it is going to depend on the student’s way to use it.

I think there is a benefit on using asynchronous text based, because some students feel better asking question without having to stand out. Usually in a classroom setting, students are a little nervous about asking questions and these way students will feel free to ask any questions. At the same time there is a con, students should learn to develop social skills in the classroom and the only way is to be exposed to it. I believe there should be a combination of both in order for students to feel acceptable and also grow in their social skills in the classroom.

I think it’s more like a tool for sending information, now I do not think is the best option. In the near future this may be something that teachers may be using, because of the fact that not every student has an iPod.

I think videogames can help, but it is important to know how to use them. Students like to have fun and sometimes having fun can keep them away from learning. In the future, I do think I will let my children play videogames but only for a short period of time and after they have completed their priorities like homework and doing chores.