Lesson 4 

                  Bridging the Generation Gap


It has been a long time issue as to how to integrate technology in the teaching-learning process. The mere use of computer does not mean that technology is already integrated in the instruction. A need to provide learning on how educational technology can be applied and integrated in the teaching-learning process is very crucial. According to Pisapia (1994) in her definition of integrating technology with teaching is that there is integration if the learning technologies are use to introduce, reinforce, supplement, and extend skills.
Here are external manifestations of technology integration into instruction:
 There’s a change in the way classes are traditionally conducted.
The quality of instruction is improved to a higher level in such a way that could not have been achieved without educational technology.
There is planning by the teacher on the process of determining how wand when technology fits into the teaching-learning process.
The teacher sets instructional strategies to address specific instructional issues/problems.
The use of technology provides the opening of opportunities to respond to these instructional issues/problems.
In sum, technology occupies a position (is a simple or complex way) in the instructional process.
There is actually nothing to be worry about for teachers who are still novices in technology integration because learning how would really take time. Technology integration into instruction is developmental and takes a gradual road to mastery and expertise. In time, a teacher can advance from basic integration to more complicated integrations.