In this episode, Rob and Jared discuss the “why” of technology integration and how it relates to servant teaching. They talk about how effective technology integration can improve student engagement and help students understand content better. Contact us at ctlpodcast@cedarville.edu with any questions. You can also visit our blog at cedarville.edu/focusblog for additional resources. We would love to get your feedback! Please fill out our survey to help improve our podcast and serve you better.

Technology integration directly relates to servant teaching—it’s a great way for us to prepare our students for their future. We can demonstrate proper technology usage and practice through our instruction. Our goal should be to impart wisdom and to help students work through the proper use of technology and develop 21st Century skills. Using technology effectively serves students because it can meet their immediate needs. It can bridge learning gaps and help students understand content better. Technology can also improve student engagement by personalizing instruction and giving students a voice and choice. 

Learn how to use the technology that fits best with your content so you can teach others. Technology integration comes with a caveat: make sure you’re using the right tools for the job. Don’t pick technology for technology integration’s sake. Consider using technology that complements your instruction and your content and helps meet your students’ needs. 

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Why do we need technology integration?