The document discusses five skill areas and possible applications of educational technology: 1) Using internet text and multimedia can increase student motivation and provide authentic learning experiences. Text-reading and concept-organization software can help students interact with information. 2) Available technologies like email, social media, blogs and websites allow for authentic learning experiences through activities like answering questions and expanding on stories. 3) Technologies like grammar checkers and drill software can help teach grammar, and tools like track changes in Word allow for feedback, but good teaching is still time-intensive.