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In today's world, computers are so essential in so many ways. Computers are becoming a bigger part of our lives than we think and I honestly think that it's important to have them in classrooms so students can learn how to use them. Having computers in classrooms help students be able to complete awesome projects using software like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc. The use of the Internet comes in handy in classrooms because a student may have a question that their teacher can't quite answer to the best of their understanding. Because the internet is useful for things in that nature the student could find multiple answers and put bits and bits together to get a better understanding of their burning question or thought. I think I will use computers for lectures for the class. I will also let my students use them for websites that help improve them with reading as well as other skills like using context clues, finding the main idea, etc. We will also use computers for projects where the students can learn how to create presentations that looks nice and creative. The ITSE Standards reflect changes in the way students learn in general. ITSE standards impacts teachers by providing webinars and online courses with information on best practices for meeting and using technology standards. One program I find interesting is "Flip Your Classroom" where students listen to lectures at home and work on traditional homework in the classroom. Teachers are required to model certain behavior. Therefore with educators being the first exposure to digital technology to most students show how the ITSE standards impact teachers.

I agree with the term digital native simply because I was brought up during the age of digital technology and therefore I'm very familiar with the use of computers and the Internet from an early age. I really don't see a big difference between the way my teachers and I use technology. We both use technology for education purposes. For instance, our teachers upload lecture slides and us students download them on our computers for viewing purposes. I don't think there will be differences between my future students and I in terms of technology because at the end of the day within our classroom environment we will all be using them for the same purpose which is to learn.

From my understanding of personal learning networks (PLN) it's basically an informal learning network that consists of the people that the learner interacts with and derives knowledge from.It's all about making connections and building personal relationships within people in the educational field. Great educators never stop learning. To professionally present yourself online you must focus on collaboration. Reach beyond your school or district. Always use separate personal and professional profiles. Don't post anything that you wouldn't say in class or at a professional event. Never forget the "professional" part of your PLN. Always remember the purpose that your PLN is serving.