19. Evolving Classroom Education: Where Is K-12 Technology Headed?

Mathew Lynch has said in this article that in the past decade, classrooms have become more than a hub for learning; they have transformed into showcases for the latest technology. Lynch explains how new teachers cannot see the importance of technology and the advancement with learning as well as older teachers who have seen it grown.  He also adds how in the future more developments will come in play. One development he mentions is BYOD, known as Bring Your Own Device. Instead of asking students to put Smartphones or tablets away durning class time, teachers are starting to encourage those devices in the classroom.  Another development stated is Natural user interfaces. This is the use of the body's movement to provide outcomes. The advantage of this type of technology is that it expands the reach of what students can use it. Blind, deaf, physical disabled, and autistic children can better learn through use if of this still-evolving technology. Also Lynch mentions the development of Personal learning environments. This type of learning is student-centric. PLE's focus on allowing students to choose resources, often through electronic formats, for individual learning that fits their own style and pace.  While colleges and universities move to adjust rapidly to advancements, K-12 institutions ae just the opposite. For technology to truly make an impact, the barriers in its way in public schools need to come down. 

I agree with how he explains the advancement of technology. Also within the classrooms devices are becoming more prominate everyday. I feel eventually regular pen and paper will be obsolete. I feel the three deveolpments are good and can help the students better themselves.