This semester I have been observing a H.S. Business Management Class. The classroom contains computers and an overhead projector. Until Monday (3/30), I didn't think of the TV as a piece of technology that could enrich a classroom experience.
The following changed my view:
There has been a tragic story in the news over the last week about a police officer preventing a man from seeing his dying mother-in-law in the hospital. While some of the students had heard about the story they did not connect the circumstances to ethics and professional appearance.
On Monday, Good Morning America interviewed Mr. Moats and his wife about their experience with the police officer. The teacher used the TV for the students to view the interview. This allowed the students to see and experience the emotion of the situation. The teacher led a discussion in which the behaviors of officer Powell and Mr. Moats were compared. This comparision was linked to professionalism and ethics in business.
The second period class did not have the opportunity to see the interview live. While the discussion of ethics and professionalism was still productive, the students did not discuss the event with the same passion as their peers who experienced the live interview.
Sometimes we focus on using "new" technology to enhance classroom experiences. This experience has made me reflect and consider the use of "old" technology to promote student understanding as well.
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