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Q. What is science without technology?
A. Thought?

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From: Informal Science Education Network
[mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Swiston, Bethany L
Sent: Monday, 7 June 2004 10:16 PM
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Subject: technology in science


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I am a fifth grade science teacher at an elementary school in Baltimore
County,  and this year I have been provided with laptop computers and a
variety of different scientific probes for use in the classroom.  The
students have been really motivated by using temperature probes, light
sensors, and motion detectors in order to apply scientific concepts to real
world problems.

I was completely psyched about how the technology was impacting my
instructional program, but I've recently read an article in which the author
perceived technology in a negative light.  She saw that using technology
that is enjoyable promotes the perception that education should always be
entertaining, although learning is sometimes a difficult and taxing process.
She also thought that sometimes technology is used before students really
have a grasp on the foundational concepts that are necessary in order to
apply it.  What are your thoughts on the positive and negative impacts of
technology use in science?



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