I have learned so much about effective teaching strategies when
integrating technology. Before taking CEP 811, I had always
assumed that teaching with technology was simply a great way to
engage students. I would now argue that technology should be
integrated for both student engagement and to prepare students
for the future. Our students are living in a world where
technology is used on a daily basis. It is important that
teachers are preparing students for future interactions with
technology, rather than simply lecturing through a technology
format. I have also learned the importance of using a wide-
variety of technology in the classroom. Students can
collaborate, create projects with students from other schools
with virtual field trips, and independently learn and interact
with technology through webquests. Finally, the UDL principles
have helped guide my future lessons, as I will always use this
as a checklist to ensure that my teaching is well-rounded. By
using the UDL principles as a guideline, I can no