By Kieran Wallace
Staff Writer Lakeridge Junior High uses all sorts of tools to expand the process of learning. Technology is practically impossible to get away from these days. Even in school it is widely used and needed for certain projects. But, that ponders the question what is the most useful technology? ”Technology is just a tool, just a thing, what matters to me is how it is used, you could take any technology and say AHH that is the coolest piece of technology. But what matters is how it is used, ” explained Kurt Schultz, the LJHS principal. Mr. Schultz an educated opinion, though others have favorite uses of technology. ”I don’t use a ton of technology, it is all about the personal face to face time,” explained Amy Gretencourt, the drama teacher. She thinks that students should focus on being with each other because as it is, they already stare at a screen to often. She has a good point; every day, teens spend more than 7 ½ hours a day on mobile device (washingtonpost.com). Although she takes a strong stance, Ms. Gretencourt is outnumbered by teachers who disagree. “I like using ipads just because they're easier and you can get more research (accomplished),” says Mimi Beem, a long term substitute. Mrs. Beem thinks that having something always on you that can go on the internet is very helpful to expand the learning experience in science class Technology is arguably the tool of today and almost a necessity to have. Now, we have the question to ponder, without it, would we be left in the dust? Comments are closed.
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