Death,+Taxes+and+ICT+-+mTechnology

**Death, Taxes and ICT - mTechnology** //Carolyn Stuart, (2008) NZ Principal//

Can't cope with present system on a day-to-day basis at the moment so implementation of smart phones (m-technology) is a long way off. Considering cost of device is huge and service charge is huge. It would be great to see t eventually in the classroom, especially because you can access any data or communicate anytime, anywhere with the added features of camera/video. What supervision would be put in place to defer of task behaviour? (They could be facebooking when meant to be researching.) || It is more just an interesting idea to consider, but not practical enough yet- it would be great to research artists or look at pictures... (no paper). It was good to know that I am implementing technology sufficiently enough in my programme. We are looking forward to using flip videos in specialist areas, which is a next step to hand held device technology. || Not a lot at this moment, mainly because specialist area is hands on/practical. Only usage for m-technology would be video reflection/camera (which would be handy!) or researching ideas. However this can all be done with the use of our computers....when they work!!! ||
 * ==**Bucklands Beach Intermediate School - Professional Reading Discussion.**== ||
 * 1. Summary of the important points in the reading.
 * ICT is about a range of devices. It's just not a PC. (m-technology).
 * students need to choose the appropriate device for the task
 * robust wireless networks
 * m-technology can be a powerful learning tool but we need to learn how to use them safety which is an important aspect.
 * rapid changes are occurring but we need to participate and make an effort to change with the times of education.
 * New generation technology and ideas (Web 2.0)
 * Technology has evolved from one computer per school (early 80's) to schools using m technology and wireless networks today. ||
 * 2. Summary of the discussion that took place in your group after completing the reading.
 * 3. How do the ideas in this reading affect or impact on what you do in the classroom?
 * 4. Possible future directions influenced by this reading.