Eclectic Technology

ISTE has released this new infographic that shares data on how technology in impacting our learners. It is divided into the following categories:

* Technology is changing how how students learn.

* Technology is changing how teachers teach.

* Together we're changing education - one classroom at a time.

Before clicking through to the infographic take a moment to think about how technology is used in your school or classroom. Then check out the infographic and see if these statistics surprise you. There may be some new avenues you would like to explore.

For students whom are visual learners this graphical look at the ISTE standards for students and technology. Below are the six areas that are covered by ISTE :

* Creativity and Innovation

* Communication and Collaboration

* Research and Information Fluency

* Critical Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision Making

* Digital Citizenship

* Technology Operation and Concepts

As you design projects, consider how you might incorporate one or more of these skills for your students.

This new infographic from ISTE compares a good citizen to a good digital citizen. Many students many find this poster of value as they learn the need to be a good citizen both online and offline.

As the post states, being a good citizen and a good digital citizen "are not so different from the basic tenets of traditional citizenship: Be kind, respectful and responsible, and just do the right thing."