Tecnhology, the Driver of Change

Technology is considered to be an important factor or driver of change in the educational future of our children and our nation as a whole. As a nation our president has stated that STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education, literacy programs and improved critical thinking skills are vital and necessary to the success of American students to compete in a global marketplace. Technology is tool for the accessibility of this goal. Technology allows education to be accessible to many, wherever and whenever they may desire. For instance, many universities are utilizing online courses and degree programs to accommodate working adults. Some universities are offering high school and/or dual credit courses. I know a few adults who are taking advantage of the high school courses for accredited universities to complete and acquire their high school diploma. It is also anticipated that advanced education or training will be a requirement for some careers in both the vocational and professional arenas. Because of this, education has truly become paramount. Also, with financial exigency initiatives that may be going into effective, online programs maybe the financial resourceful and responsible way to go. Online course allow for the following: 1) larger classes that do not require the use of a facility or energy constraints, 2) video instructor for various cohorts instead of multiple instructors for respected sections, 3) reductions of supplies and liabilities through the use of interactive laboratories for some of the sciences and 4) it is a convenience for working students. I believe that this will be the wave of the future for most initial degrees.