Because technology is moving at such a high rate of speed, we must make sure that our students aren't left behind. Schools are starting new initiatives that allow children to bring their own digital devices or supply them with one. This literally puts the world at their finger tips. Schools' original mobile device policy is being reversed to support these initiatives. Natural user interfaces (NUI) are motion censored and aid blind, deaf, physically disabled and autistic children. NUI devices consist of Nintendo Wii, Xbox Kinect, and the Iphone Siri. It has been said that NUI's have the ability to remove barriers such as social characteristics, geographic location, and physical or sensory abilities. The milestones that public schools face today are time and money. As technology expands, schools have to try and stay up to date, but that can't be done ASAP due to budgets and approval. This creates a difficult situation for students because universities and colleges are adjusting to technological advancements very rapidly.
Students and teachers can really benefit from technology, but this really does put us all at a stand still when some schools simply do not have enough money or time to supply students with devices. Some schools do not even have books and computers or tablets are out of the question. I do not know how this situation can be fixed, but whatever decision is made I hope it benefits all students across this country.
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