5. Montreal board teaches tech to teachers

National Post (Canada)
“Montreal board teaches tech to teachers”
http://www.canada.com

After realizing that 80% of the teachers were not using technology in their classes, the Montreal board decided to use their funding for training and leadership in the field of technology. When the four year training period is complete, 1,500 teachers will be more aware of technology and how to use it in their classrooms. I think this is a great idea because most teachers stray from technology not by choice, but because they are unfamiliar with it. Perhaps it is easy for teachers to continue teaching like they have for the past 30 years, but as times are changing, teaching techniques should be as well. If I had no knowledge of computers and the vast amount of capabilities that they hold, I would be frightened of using them as well. I agree that the Montreal board is on the right track to better the technology program in their schools.