“Educational technology is now more about pedagogy first and then choosing the appropriate tool(s) for the job.” – Kathy Schrock, USA

“Educational technology is now more about pedagogy first and then choosing the appropriate tool(s) for the job.” – Kathy Schrock, USA

As an independent educational technologist with more than 20 years in the field, Kathy Schrockhas experienced first-hand how technology has transformed education — not only by engaging students, but by helping teachers manage their classrooms. Today, Schrock is helping fellow educators do the same.

Source: daily edventures | “Educational technology is now more about pedagogy first and then choosing the appropriate tool(s) for the job.” – Kathy Schrock, USA

I couldn’t agree more, technology is just a tool, nothing more. And just like tools, it can be used for good or evil.

The first paragraph bothers me though. Technology doesn’t engage students per sé, although it may seem to.