Immersed in a deep ocean of technology (Gulp)

The question is..."Given that we are immersed in technology, how do we "see" it in order to evaluate its utility and impacts?"

In order to answer this question I have to remove the term "see" and replace it with "navigate." It seems that we don't always have a clear sunny day around us to look off into the distance and "see" what is out there and forthcoming in the fast paced world of technology. Instead, like a day out on the water we have to prepare for what we can account for and use our own wits and senses to navigate what lies ahead. My suggestions:

• Bring back up navigation-like a compass, cross-checking your resources and information is always a good idea no matter what the source.
• Bring a friend- the buddy system helps with accountability in addition to providing more thought, creativity, and knowledge.
• Layer, layer, layer- like southeast Alaska the technology environment can be fairly unpredictable. Make sure to learn and include a variety of types of technology, and when to use them appropriately. Use a video as an element to your power point presentation or show your students how to digitally archive their schoolwork.