This document summarizes the author's experiences with educational technology throughout their education. It describes technologies used starting from a single computer in the classroom to now where every student has their own laptop. It outlines a progression from basic computer skills to more advanced uses of technology like online courses, digital media, and video conferencing being integrated into lessons. The quote at the end encourages moving away from solely textbook-based lessons to incorporating more technology-driven learning.

1. Brittni Lindsey ETEC 442

2. My name is Brittni Lindsey. I started school in the 1994 in Hawaii. I graduated from high school in 2007 at Waiakea High School in Hilo, Hawaii. I first went to college at University of Hawaii at Manoa in the fall of 2007. When I finish my degree, I hope to become a successful elementary school teacher.

4. History of Educational Technology- http://www.docstoc.com/docs/426986/History-of-Educational-Technology Computers in Education: A Brief History http://thejournal.com/articles/1997/06/01/computers-in-education-a-brief-history.aspx A Brief History of Technology in Education- http://www.schooltube.com/video/76c5e1d1de044a2e8c71/A-Brief-History-of-Technology-in-Education

5. One computer in the classroom Went to computer lab Mac Computers in computer lab Learned finger placement on the keyboard

6. Two computer labs Each classroom had at least one computer Most assignments had to be typed PowerPoint presentations Computer classes offered Elmo or overhead projector in each class

7. Students bring their personal laptops to class for note taking Option to take online courses Homework is turned in online Laulima Email is used to communicate

8. Elluminate in my Math class Chat with each other Video and Audio Tests and live conferences Drawing board

9. Laptops- for every student Digital photography and video- instead of just doing posters for visual aids Email or class website to promote communication between students and teachers

10. Each student will have their own laptop Students will use the computer to complete assignments Students will use computers everyday

11. Not enough funding to supply classrooms with proper equipment Moving from the textbook to technology based lessons I have a lot to learn about technology

12. "Spoon feeding in the long run teaches us nothing but the shape of the spoon.“ Edward Morgan Forster