‘A society which is mobile, which is full of channels for the distribution of a change occurring anywhere, must see to it that its members are educated to personal initiative and adaptability. Otherwise, they will be overwhelmed by the changes in which they are caught and whose significance or connections they do not perceive.’ Dewey (1916, p. 88)
I don't think Dewey would have been talking about mobile technology as such when he wrote these insightful words but it amazing how true they are for todays teachers, students and educators. Teacher today do need to be adaptable in relation to the changes in technology but more importantly how students learn best. If it is with mobile technology then we need to be able to provide for that and CHANGE our teaching to suit. I think we see a lot of teachers and educators who are "overwhelmed" by the changes in society and its many implications for teaching. It is vital that we use the filters to decide what change is need to impact learning for the best.
Dewey, J. (1916). Democracy and education : an introduction to the philosophy of education: New York : The Macmillan Co., 1916.
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