Jul 29 2008
Randy Pausch
Randy Pausch, Carnegie Mellon Professor, died this past week. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer and took the high road. His last lecture was given and taped. It is now on YouTube for everyone to view and experience. His last lecture is both thought provoking and motivational. I often wonder what the meaning of life is. Then, I come to the conclusion it is the small things that matter most. Many of us spend so much time on the big things that we get lost. You can find this same idea in technology integration in our schools. We look at the big picture without noticing the smaller picture – the teachers, students, the need for collaboration and community. We forget to focus on what is important in our schools – teaching, learning, and pedagogy. If you have not heard Professor Pausch’s last lecture do so. Afterwards, think about the smaller picture as it relates to technology integration in our schools. What is important?
