A Technology-Infused Classroom

A technology-infused classroom is a classroom which evolves, as technology itself progresses. It is my vision that a technology-infused classroom would be one that provides students with the technological tools that would enable them to work with concepts or skills in meaningful ways. There are many types of technology (software and hardware) that can enhance instruction and empower students with the tools they need to succeed in the future.

Within a technology-infused classroom there should be computers/laptops available for student to access on a daily basis. Students should also have access to a printer, digital camera, and other technological devices. The teacher should also have an electronic whiteboard, Elmo, scanner and the appropriate software programs to compliment the curriculum.

It would be my goal to educate myself as to the potential of each of these forms of technology and how to best use them to enhance my lessons. I would also incorporate technology in a way, in order for students to be able to relate the curriculum to meaningful, real world applications. Today’s students live in a digital, high-paced society and as educators it is important that we use the tools that they will need in order for them to compete and succeed in the 21^st century.

Visual Literacy and the Internet

Silverman, L.K. (2002).


Primarily there are 3 general learning styles: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. In general, “our student populations are made up of 65 percent visual learners, 30 percent auditory learners, and 5 percent kinesthetic learners” (Gangwer, 2009, p.2). This post will focus on how visual literacy and the Internet could be used to enhance teaching and learning within the classroom.

Since the majority of students are visual learners, providing visual literacy materials is essential in order to meet their learning style. Visual literacy teaching strategies can address learners through investigation, discovery, expression, communication, and by using images to make connections with new concepts. Using visual strategies can be beneficial to address the diverse learning styles of students including those that are ELL or linguistically challenged.

Classrooms today need to strike a balance with core curriculum, supported and enhanced with visual materials. Tapping in to the plethora of resources offered via the Internet to enhance lessons is an excellent way to incorporate visual materials. The Internet can offer educational games, stories, reference materials, virtual field trips, tutorials, and simulations that can reinforce skills, concepts, and knowledge.



Gangwer, T. (2009). Visual impact, visual teaching: Using images to strengthen learning, (2nd Ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.