Computer Science Symposia
Computer Science & Information Technology Symposium 2003
Session Presentations
Educating Kids for the Information Age
by Ed Lazowska
What kind of education is required for 21st century jobs and 21st
century
citizens? And, what role can technology play in providing this
education? I'll
consider both of these questions, from regional, national, and
international
perspectives.
Commentary:
Lazowska also highlighted the extent to which computer science
teachers must
deal with constant change, referring to existing technologies as
merely "technology
du jour" which changes almost daily. This rapid rate of change
also has
a profound effect on students, as it requires them to learn how to
learn what
they will need to know in the future. Lazowska also highlighted the
essential
link between technological fluency and algorithmic thinking or
programming -
noting that knowing how to "use" technology is simply not
enough.
He also reminded teachers of the importance of using technology to
support teaching
and learning and the positive effects using and modeling technology
use can
have on learners and teachers across all disciplines.
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