Reflecting on Michigan Standard 7 and Nets-T-Standards

            First of all, I can already see that in ED483 we have touched on every single aspect of Michigan Teaching Standard 7, which is really awesome. Not only did Eric use all the bullet points in his teaching of the class, but the students are now educated about and aware of the Technology Operations and Concepts Standard. In particular, I think that the course covered part 7a fully and effectively. I now feel more educated about when, why, and how teachers can use technology ethically and legally in the classroom.  

            I think one of the most important aspects of the Nets-T Standards was using technology to engage in professional growth and leadership (standard 5). It is common knowledge that teachers are expected (and required) to continue their education and constantly grow professionally. The use of technology in the classroom is in fact growing professionally, since technology is relatively new, and relentlessly changing and expanding. Also, the amount of information available for educators on the internet in the form of professional journals and teaching sites is outrageous, in the best way.

            Michigan Teaching Standard 7e also stood out to me: the key term there is effective. It is important to remember that technology should not be used in the classroom just for the sake of using technology; rather, it should help and enhance the learning environment and the subject being taught.

            After examining both Michigan Standard 7 and the Nets-T Standards, I feel much more excited about using technology in my classroom someday. Just knowing what the standards are makes using technology much less daunting.