Considering the significant curriculum changes taking place as a result of the Common Core, do you think that the Common Core is more likely to positively influence the use of technology for learning or is it another impediment to implementing digital tools?

I think Common Core has a lot of great features, and I think it truly will increase the rigor in the classroom. In that regard, I think that it can be a very positive influence in the use of technology in the classroom. My experience with Common Core is that it places a lot of responsibility for learning on the students (which I LOVE), and responsibility on the teachers to find the means for students to take the reins on their learning. Technology is a great resource with which to do this.

On the other hand, my understanding of Common Core also places a huge emphasis on the use of technology, which makes me concerned that in some cases, random and ineffective technology will be used simply for the sake of using technology in all aspects of learning in the classroom. I am of the mindset that technology can be great when it is truly needed, but often as educators, we throw in technology we may not necessarily need for the sake of using technology.

I think if technology is used when needed, and not simply because Common Core calls for it, then Common core could be a very positive influence in using technology to assist students in taking responsibility for their learning in the classroom.