Nellie Deutsch, Ed.D.
Integrating Technology for Active Lifelong Learning (IT4ALL)
Toronto, Canada
English
Teachers
Short Session Description (one line): Exploring how technology is revolutionizing education because information is no longer at the hands of the few, but is accessible to everyone 24/7 both in and out of the physical classroom through the Internet and hand-held devices.
Web-based technologies such as videoconferencing, social networks, and course management systems are transforming the way instructors teach and students learn (Deutsch, 2010). Technology is playing an important role in training and in leadership education for faculty, students, and program development if used correctly. Technology can promote team collaboration and enhance the development of leadership skills. Effective use of technology can empower teachers and students to become lifelong learners because through technology, organizations can reach an often ignored, cross-cultural, and global audience. However, although videoconferencing may be the next critical element in remote communication, the desire to use video is subjective and varies according to the environment in which an individual uses the technology (Keohane, 2010).
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