Part 2:  Post #2 – Implications

The implications of these trends, and many others, in the way I will instruct is clear to me. The ‘old ways’ of teaching which my generation grew up with are no longer useful to deal with the challenges of tomorrow. Learners make more informed decisions and take responsible actions for their education. Lifelong learning must encourage changes in knowledge, skills, values, and attitude to enable future generations to meet their educational needs. The trends of today and future trends of tomorrow should be embraced and adopted into the classroom.

I have to learn as much as possible about these trends and the many not listed in this assignment.  New information and technology are being discovered at a phenomenal rate. Should I have any credibility in the classroom as an instructor I should have a general working knowledge of what they are and what they do. Should I not promote my own lifelong learning and constantly improve skill sets, I can’t imagine what challenges I will face and opportunities missed without the knowledge to deal with them.

I have to look at other popular forms of learning and instruction delivery. The education trends help determine how best to educate students and what technology should be invested in. Studies have proven trends such as game-based learning enhances learning and classroom interactions, helps students maintain positive attitudes to learning, and motivates students to do better.

To prepare for the trends, I must realize I can’t wait for the ‘right’ time and my education must be proactive starting now. I will learn new skills, find some creative ways to learn and embrace future challenges in my life. I recognize my strengths and weaknesses and will continue to build on my strengths.