Tuesday, October 2, 2007

Digital Print

Have I left my digital print anywhere yet? I started programming FORTRAN in the late 70's when some of you were just being born. I received my AS in computer science and decided then I wanted to teach computer language. I had to at least get a Master's for that. My path led me to teaching but I have yet to teach technology (PLATO doesn't really count - neither does the little turtle I taught elementary students to move around the screen - I have forgotten the name). What I really want is to teach students how to use technology to their advantage. I wanted to give them an edge up, but now they are explaining things to me; how lost am I really? Well, I can keep up with the average Joe. However, I am still searching for my embellishment on the world. Will I ever find my niche? Stay tuned to see...

3 comments:

Dr. Patrick Faverty said...

Karen, you have a good perspective over how fast things have changed.... even when we have no fear of technology.... it runs right past us. And, as mentioned, Negroponte suggests, "a new generation is emerging from the digital landscape free of the many old prejudices." So, even for those of us with no fear, this next generation is going to run right past us. Since we are supposed to be the educational leaders for the next 10-15 years..... WHAT CAN WE DO? (Oh, my....!)

Dr. Patrick Faverty said...

Karen you have a good perspective on the generational issues of technology, even with no fear of technology, the wave keeps rolling. As Negroponte suggests, "a new generation is emerging from the digital landscape free of the many old prejudices." And, these folks are already past those of us who are comfortable with technology. So, if we are supposed to be the educational leaders of tthe next 15-20 years, WHAT CAN WE DO? (Oh, my......!)

Nate Maas said...

The turtle language was Logo. You'll do fine, don't worry about the future.