Process..Not Product!

Streamlining all processes and making the most of our time (efficiency) appears to be one of the underlining themes regarding technology. For example, staff meetings should be utilized for the purpose of sharing and collaborative learning from one another...Meetings should not be used to handout information. It is about building the capacity for leadership in all individuals who share a common goal. It goes back to the saying..."Create an experience and not a lecture."

At my campus, there is a big debate on whether or not all teachers should be forced to use Webgrades. The teachers who do insist that it makes their jobs easier and streamlines all of the processes for students, parents, and teachers. Not everyone is convinced and it is building some frustration between dept. members. One of the ideas that came up in class is the use of technology for the sake of being cutting edge or is it adding value?! Ultimately, it is all about adding value to your life and job. Besides, the idea of staying cutting edge is virtually unrealistic as a new technology based product comes out every 17 seconds or so.

Whether it be in the educational setting or in general, the use of technology needs to validate the old and build the new in order to show connection in its movement forward. It is a paradox...Always looking for new ways without giving up the old. All the while, streamlining the process and looking to add value.