Technology Strengths and Weaknesses

 I researched and read the complete definition of technology; I came to realize that I do have some strengths and weaknesses.  First of all, I believe that when it comes to instructional technology I am pretty fluent and feel comfortable applying these tools in my classroom and in my personal life.  However, when I read about instructional systems I began to question my fluency.  As I read all the characteristics and components that are related to an instructional system, I realized that I do have some weaknesses.  Some of my weaknesses are having the sufficient time to work on lessons that deal with internet or technology programs that instruct students.  I am good at working with the computer or instructional programs,  however  when it comes to developing and delivering a lesson as well as allowing the students enough time to explore online lessons,  I am very weak.  The time constraints that I am under are difficult, and as a teacher I must stay within the scope of our curriculum time line.  I have tried to find a solution to my problem.  All I can come up with is work all day and all night and fall behind on my curriculum so that students can get some quality time using different types of technology in class.  

I totally agree to have effective use of media, instructors must be better organized in advance, think through their objectives and alter their everyday routine. However, I feel this is impossible when the demands of standardized testing are constantly being enforced.

When I become a librarian I believe I will have more time to prepare qualitative lessons with different instructional systems. I would assist teachers in preparing these lessons in advance so that they do not fall behind in their curriculum timeline.