Danny O'Connor's Page

"I agree that any technology program is difficult to start up and maintain.  It is very difficult to keep teachers happy.  Districts should develop ways to start implementing ways to have technology devices in each school.  Each child…"

"It seems like you make great use of your technology in the classroom.  Being able to differentiate is awesome and it sounds like you do a great job of it.  Even though it would be difficult to have all kids using technology at the same…"

"I think teaching Kindergarten students to use any form of technology would be a huge challenge.  I imagine you would have to be extremely patient and have to troubleshoot problems quite often.  Using a grade level set would probably be a…"

"It is a difficult position to be teacher and make decisions based on Economic Status.  However, I think unfortunately we are put into that position more and more.  Do we not do something because some students can't afford or do…"

"I believe a One to One initiative is a very good possibility in my school and district.  Currently, our school has several laptop carts that move around the building quite often and in use by many teachers.  We also have a computer lab…"

"By joining this discussion I am just going to be adding onto what many people are saying.  Time is the biggest hurdle for integrating technology into everday practices.  In my opinion, you have to truly spend time to find technology that…"

"In my classroom I am fortunate enough to have several piieces of technology to help me motivate my students.  The most recent addition has been a Smartboard.  This has provided me with many opportunities to engage the students in all…"