We all know that technology is here to stay, though you may not recognize its form or function tomorrow.  Students have become so enamored with their personal devices and the distraction they provide, many concerned adults are wondering how to stop the trend of a technology-dominated society.  It's true we are a society that is stuck between two worlds: one where technology is used to assist daily life, and one where technonlogy dominates daily life.  And our students are on the front lines.  To read more on this issue, click on this link.

Some folks take the approach of "woe is me, whatever can I do to prevent my kids from being taken over".  This helpless, passive attitude will end with students staying up all hours of the night on the internet, posting inappropriate information on public sites, and being drawn away from the work that awaits them.  Technology, like all things, must be used in moderation.  Of course, I write this from my laptop while using our broadband service!

Other folks would go the other way and take themselves "off the grid" entirely.  They would prefer to abstain from all forms of technology to avoid being sucked in to any time-consuming habits. 

While I understand both opinions, it is necessary that we understand how to use technology efficiently and effectively, so getting rid of it completely is not an option.  However, it does require some heavy monitoring and rule-setting.