What are the difference in these terms? What do I think initially?

• Educational Technology- Technology used to advance learning in a fast and interactive way.
• Instructional Technology- Ways for instructions to be given with use of technological media.
• Technology Integration- Ways to use available technology in a professional field.
• Technology in Education- Using technology in a school setting for educational purposes (ie-laptops at nmu.)
• Learning Technology- Technology with the specific purpose of teaching a skill.

What were my experiences with technology in my K-12 career?

In elementary school, we went to computer lab once per week. It was a big deal when we got iMacs around the year 1999. In Seventh grade one teacher worked with us with palm pilots in a Social Studies course. In high school we occasionally went to lab for research hours. There was a travelling lab with ThinkPads. All students were required to take a computer literacy course that focused on Microsoft word. I also took a Web Design elective class.

I think computers will continue to be an important aspect of life in the 21st century. As technology advances, from desktops, to laptops to mobile devices, and as society continues to understand the internet, technology will be used in education and all aspects of life.