Reflecting on the Evolution of Educational Technology

Welcome to the Thanksgiving break edition of On The Way To School, your daily boost for educators and administrators, hosted by Christopher S. Dennis. In this episode, we take a nostalgic journey back to the early days of personal computing and the initial steps of integrating technology into education. We explore the transformative experiences from fifth grade by introducing the Prodigy software, the first social networking interface designed for kids, to the university experience at Concordia University with one-to-one laptop programs.

Reflect on the rapid progression of technology in education and its intertwined relationship with learning management systems today. Consider the challenges and implications this brings to educational frameworks and the dependency on digital platforms for routine educational tasks. Join us as we discuss the balance between traditional methods and modern technology and ponder how these transitions affect our educational practices and the overall health of our learners.