Reflection: Discussion Thread

 



References:


Nieves, K. (2021, Jul 20). How to zero in on the right technology tools. Retrieved from Edutopia: https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-zero-right-technology-tools 


Roblyer, M. D., & Hughes, J. E. (2019). Integrating educational technology into teaching : 

transforming learning across disciplines. Ny, Ny Pearson. 




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