technology in schools

(I could not get either of the videos to work but I was able to read the description of the video entitled introducing web 2.0)
Not only is it important to learn and understand technology in the in the world today, but it is important to utilize technology and use it to collaborate with other teachers. It is nice to know that in the world today not only can you lean on your teachers in your school but you can have a network of other teachers to learn and grow from.
Last semester I had the opportunity to volunteer in a fifth grade class, not only was it only was it great to learn from the teacher but it was nice to see a teacher able to use technology in her classroom. This teacher was able to have 15 computers in his classroom daily for his students to use. It was a great teaching tool and I could see the excitement of the students every time that they were able to use the computers. The students used this technology to write and record songs and look up terms from their lectures and then email back and forth to each other about the lessons. Having technology in the classroom has opened a lot of doors for teachers and students alike.