Blog post #3

I'm not at all surprised at the statics in this video. First of all, the kids of the 21st century virtually grew up with advanced  technology. My seven year old can perform tasks on my smart phone that I still haven't figured out. He can navigate the web and download music and apps. It is amazing to me how computer literate he is. My generation  did not have or either could not afford the technology they we now today. I was an adult when  I purchased my very own PC. I did not have any (much) training, what I learned was largely from my oldest son (who was using computers in junior high school). Schools were integrating the use of computers in the classrooms as research tools.  I am still not that knowledgeable when it comes to all the latest technology.
Schools in the US have cut back so much that it is virtually impossible for our kids to keep up with foreign countries.  Schools are only partly to blame, parents need to bear some of the responsibility as well. We spend mega bucks on clothes,sneakers, game systems, IPods,  smart phones, etc...instead of investing in our child's education. Our children spend countless hours on social media sites, texting, and playing  games,  instead of utilizing that time to study. This attributes to poor study habits or the lack of.
Another argument is the fact that some veteran teacher's have a fear of technology. I have been in classrooms just recently where the instructor did not even know how to work a projector, she  would constantly request a tech to come in and "fix it" (all she needed to do was turn it on with the remote). You can not teach what you do not know. Therefore workshops and adequate training should be a major focus in all schools.
As far as the job market is concerned, most (if not all) require basic computer knowledge. I am a sales associate in a retail store and when I was hired I had to have experience with certain software programs (to even qualify for the position). Even in the medical field it is important to be able to know how to operate the various equipment.