Submitted by D. Donaby (not verified) on March 14, 2008 - 08:48.
I certainly agree with the rise in student apathy. The more unmotivated the student, the more road blocks are posted as to why they cannot complete the assignment. It seems to be contagious. The question is what can we as educators do to reach those students. I realize relevancy is important but in some areas it is difficult to weave in relevancy and also meet standards in the time frame provided. Technology can be used to embrace some of those needs but with schools tight budgets and low income families who do not have computer access in the home it is difficult.
Student apathy, its woes and possible solutions
Submitted by D. Donaby (not verified) on March 14, 2008 - 08:48.
I certainly agree with the rise in student apathy. The more unmotivated the student, the more road blocks are posted as to why they cannot complete the assignment. It seems to be contagious. The question is what can we as educators do to reach those students. I realize relevancy is important but in some areas it is difficult to weave in relevancy and also meet standards in the time frame provided. Technology can be used to embrace some of those needs but with schools tight budgets and low income families who do not have computer access in the home it is difficult.