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In chapter one tech tool 1.1 was a section that stuck out to me because I feel like it is the foundation of technology that can be incorporated into the classroom. Tablets are a way to incorporate technology while maintaining functionality. Tablets have a large screen and are light weight which can be sufficient  in all classrooms of all ages. They are also the in between smart phones and lap tops which provides the ability of a smartphone that has apps and the reliability of a laptop. This is one thing that I would incorporate into my classroom and would like to know more about.

As students get older classrooms have a tendency to require more textbooks as a high school graduate I fully understand the hassle it can be to tote around various heavy books that we had a tendency to never use. If in my career I could incorporate technology based textbooks I believe I could alleviate this problem for my students. While this might seem like a small feat its the little things in education that can help a student. Although there are some obstacles we as a school would have to overcome. Such as students who lack the ability to use a computer I know that it could be beneficial to the majority. 

Social media technology is also something I would like to learn more about to decide whether or not to use it in my future classroom. As I reflect over the reading I come to realize that even my younger sister who is only 11 has multiple social media accounts. Social media has become a make or break it thing for all ages and a predominate way of communication. Social media is a comfort thing for individuals and a large part of students success is comfortability. I know that if I can find a way to commingle education with social media it can be a tremendous help.