Because of the ubiquity of information, what we need to be teaching is information literacy and that needs to happen way before the traditional college age. The role of university faculty should not be a fountain of knowledge that spews information, rather it should be one that challenges ideals and presents the topics to be learned in a challenging light so that students can do their thing. That thing being what humans do best, satisfy their curiosity.

I often have a negative response to people referring to me as a teacher. I often say that I don’t do that… I just kind of point people in the right direction. After reading your post I think I’ll start saying that what I do is point people in a different direction from where they are going (unless they haven’t gone far enough yet).

Thanks for helping to lead the revolution.

I read your post with interest, although I have to say I disagree with you and agree with Trent. I’ve written a response but as it is quite lengthy, instead of putting it here and clogging up your comments section, I’ll just give you the link: http://educationisacontactsport.wordpress.com/2010/03/05/lets-focus-on-the-learning-first-the-tech-will-sort-itself-out/

I’ve been following you for quite some time and will definitely keep reading your stuff. Keep up the good work. – Jason.

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