What is your vision for the appropriate use of technology in high schools today?

I think that using technology is important especially if the objective of education is to prepare students for the job market of the future. Even if it is not possible to teach students the more complex aspects of technology, they should at least learn the basics (word processing, powerpoint, how to find a credible internet source, etc...).

With the use of technology, it is important to monitor students so that they stay on task in the classroom. Using technology opens the door to students playing games in class or checking their e-mail. Additionally they can be involved in more serious infractions such as looking at inappropriate websites or cheating on assignments. Using technology is important, but standards for appropriate use of technology should be equally important to learning new programs or skills on computers.