The document discusses several myths about using technology in education. It summarizes each myth and provides a rebuttal, arguing that good teaching, student engagement, and ownership are more important than the technology itself. While technology can help facilitate learning when used appropriately, it does not inherently transform teaching or eliminate discipline issues. The document advocates for using technology in real-world and relevant ways, as opposed to just incorporating it for its own sake.

1. Technology in Education Myths New ways for doing the same old thing

2. Myth #1 Using technology involves the student in the learning process. Students using technology become active participants in the learning process instead of passive listeners .

3. Technology doesn’t do this. Good teaching does this. Technology often makes this easier to do and leverages student interests but ask anyone who’s had to sit through a two hour Powerpoint if the technology engaged them in the learning process.