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Enjoy. -JDS
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
Consumption v. Creation
Image via WikipediaQuite the topic for debate right now in the education community, what type of device do my students need to perform the tasks, assignments and work that is required of them? Do they need a single device that they can transport with them at all times and if the answer is yes, what does that device look like? Or do students simply need access to devices based on their requirements?The debate of consumption versus creation has peaked given the introduction of the tablet devices (iPads, Galaxy, Xoom, etc.) into the K-12 market. While these devices serve a great role in the fit-for-purpose environment, it charges the debate of whether this device completely meets their needs. Many educators (myself included at this point in time) still believe students need access to both a consumption device and a creation device (laptop, desktop, etc.) for a percentage of their work.
However, one could argue that as the tablet devices become more sophisticated and are targeted at the K-12 market, instead of a consumer device, the above could shift. We could see students using a tablet device as their primary device and not needing access to a creation device, because the ability and intuitiveness to create on these devices will become much more sophisticated.
As for now, I am in the camp of access to devices as needed. My philosophy may shift as the devices shift, but only time will tell. What are your thoughts on consumption devices versus creation devices?
JDS
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