1) Professional Development for Teachers: - Professional Development for Teachers, or lack there of, is probably the largest obstacle facing teachers in using technology in their classrooms. Few schools at this point do not have access to computers, so the problem is not that there is a lack of technology. The problem is that teachers do not know how to use the technology provided. Teachers voice their frustrations with not having the time, and or funding to receive g on how to use technology in their classrooms.
“Teachers…must become "fearless in their use of technology" and empowered by the many opportunities it offers (Illinois State Board of Education, n.d.). Most teachers want to learn to use educational technology effectively, but they lack the time, access, and support necessary to do so