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The following was originally published May 17, 2010 at http://pepsilover1977-edld5368instructdesign.blogspot.com/2010/05/edld-instruction-design-week-5.html The job of the educator is to prepare the student for lifelong learning and give a foundation to answer questions, solve problems, or at least know how to find the solution. Technology is evolving and students should be able to adapt. That means that instructors should be able to pass this knowledge on to their students. The benefits work for the instructor as they are able to keep their audience's attention and can show relevance of how all courses can be technically integrated.

I will create lessons that students can work on both in class and at home to help promote an online learning atmosphere. This class happened at an interesting time. I recently attended a technology conference and won a six user license to an online program similar to Schoology. I am in the process of determining which group would benefit (Pre-AP, ESL, or Special Education) and which teachers would actually use the program to the fullest. I will definitely use this type of learning to expose students to things they may be using within the next two or three years.