"Even those of us who don't embrace technology in our lives now must understand the possibilities of the new technologies from the inside, if we want to guide the future of education." (p.122) Many people don't want to have to deal with technology, but just to ignore the fact that we have the ability to make a difference with these technologies is something we should not overlook.
"A common concern expressed by parents and teachers is that time inline equals more time that kids aren't reading books." (p.124) I think that they have every right to feel this way because most of the time kids are not using the internet for educational purposes. But I think that is also why it is important to incorporate technology into education because then students will become accustomed to using technology for education.
"The convergence of peer and popular culture through technologies presents possibly the largest threat for schools and parents." (p.125) I think they have a valid reason to think that; however, I think that if teachers are prepared enough they can use technology to connect their students with their peers as well as other teachers and students by using technological networking sites.
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