Technology in Kindergarten

While watching this video it shocked me at the technology that was used in the kindergarten because even people my age didn't have that stuff when we were in kindergarten. it just shows how much technology has grown since we were that young. The kids had access to the internet and books to look at maps of Brazil, to figure out how they could get there and they knew they needed the map otherwise they wouldn't be able to get there because they wouldn't know where to go. The teachers expressed that Critical thinking and problem solving were very important when it came to successfully completely projects. They also expressed that learning how to socialize and communicate successful is one of the most important things you can learn because it will serve you for the rest of your life. The way kids read and write gives the teachers an idea of where they are in the development of things which is why they have discovered the "Smart Boards" are so important because if the kids are struggling with reading and writing they can go up to the board and figure out exactly what they are struggling with and how they can overcome their troubles. I thought the most important part of this was the fact that the kids being able to see pictures, information and video clips on the while board helps keep them engaged and on topic. this is important because kids have small attention spans and if you can find something interesting and intriguing for them to watch or do it will help keep them focused and they might learn more.