Looking at the Common Core and Essential Standards, I feel they will end up having a positive aspect on teaching and using technology.  Even though they are cumbersome and difficult to get through at times, the use of technology will increase.  However I feel as though good teaching would continue to find new innovative ways to deliver and interact with their students.  The idea that the standards will force/guide teachers to use technology is not typically the best route.  Teachers, especially those who are intimidated by new technology will see the standards as a checklist and not necessarily change to what is better for their students.  Good teaching will continue without the standards for technology, however the common core may force some teachers who might not have tried anything new to attempt something different.  I guess that is movement in the right direction.