Sorry this is a day late, I guess Paige sent me an email yesterday reminding me to do it, but I didn't have access to a computer.

From this technology interview I learned that most teachers who teach at the elementary school level cannot use technology to its’ full potential in their classrooms. They are not able to apply as many technology activities as I thought they would because of the lack of resources. Though the sixth grade class I was in does go to a typing class everyday for a few weeks. I was able to observe the experience they have there and it was very positive! I think it is a great thing for children to get familiar with all of the information that can be accessed on the computer to help in their education. Knowing how to use technological devices earlier will only help their skills to be very high later in their schooling. I learned that teachers really do not get the technology equipment necessary to have their own classroom set. The teachers in the school I go to share the few computers, printers, projectors, etc, that they have.
This experience helps me to realize that in my classroom I may not have all of the technical equipment that I want. I will have to learn to plan ahead and make accommodations. As a teacher I will want to make sure my students know how important technology is to me, and how useful it can be when used properly.
This experience made me realize that technology in a classroom is a very valuable teaching tool. I believe/hope that schools will be supplied with more technology resources in the future. It is a great way to teach different lessons and make them appeal to the students. From doing our lessons in the classroom I realized how much we used the projector and a laptop for a power point. They were definitely helpful and very useful, especially for the visual students in the classroom. I realize that as a teacher I will be using the technology resources I have as much as possible. It benefits the learning experience tremendously. I also realized how much the teacher depends on her classroom computer in keeping attendance, grades, calendars, dates, etc. While we were in this classroom she told us that the computers would be down for a few days and how hard that would be on her to keep up with things. I know that being able to use technology effectively and efficiently will help me be a better and more organized teacher. It was pretty cool to see how important technology is in the classroom, and the many forms in which it can be used.