"Lets Welcome, not Fear, Online Tutoring" by Anita McAnear

The article "Welcome, not Fear, Online Tutoring" by Anita McAnear first talks about an author's concern with using technology to teach. The teacher's main argument was that online learning would disrupt student learning but he also argues that disruption leads to innovation. McAnear however argues that online learning is available to better reach out to different types of learners. She argues that for some students using technology helps them learn more easily and as teachers we should provide multiple ways for our students to learn so that they may find what works for them. She also argues that technology helps teachers organize and be more effective in the classroom. The power technology has can help engage a student's interest making them more successful. I agree with McAnaer and think we need to do whatever it takes to reach out to every type of learner and peak our student's interests. Many times teachers forget to teach in multiple ways and tend to stick to only one method of teaching. By doing this the teacher only reaches out to certain students leaving the rest behind.

Q1: How could this article be useful to me?
It will remind me of the different views on technology and how it affects our schools. It as well reminds of some of the reasons why online learning is important.

Q2: As a teacher would I use technology in my classroom?
I would absolutely use technology in my classroom. It is important to do everything I can to reach out to my students and I would do everything in my power including using technology frequently to reach out to all the different learners in my classroom.