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Jeffrey Barbagallo, the IT consultant and technology coordinator for his local school district, examines the integration of technology in classrooms. He identifies the challenges and misconceptions teachers face, emphasizing that incorporating technology can be more straightforward than expected. Financial constraints often hinder its adoption. Barbagallo encourages training sessions for teachers to improve their technological skills and advocates for gradual upgrades in equipment rather than new purchases. Engaging teachers in discussions about technology use can promote a more tech-friendly learning environment.
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IT Consultant Oral Report Jeffrey Barbagallo
My IT Consultant • Technology coordinator of my hometown school district. • Responsible for almost all aspects of technology within the district. • Tasked me with finding out information about the inclusion of technology into the classroom.
Supporting Literature • Incorporating technology into the classroom is easier than it often appears. • Cost is a big reason to refrain from using technology. • Not all courses use technology in the same way. • Technology itself does not enhance the learning experience.
Supporting Literature (Cont.) • Teachers need to understand how to use the technology available to them currently. • Teachers should be encouraged to use technology in the classroom. • Students often have a stronger understanding of technology than their teachers.
Feedback • Will create teaching sessions over the summer to help older teachers use technology more appropriately. • Look into upgrading rather than purchasing new equipment. • Take polls and see which teachers would like to have more technology incorporated into their classroom.