THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF MASTER TEACHERS IN PROVIDING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO TEACHERS

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the integration of technology has become indispensable for fostering effective teaching and learning. As the fundamental component of the educational system, teachers play a crucial role in determining how future generations will be shaped. Given the importance of technology in education, it is critical to give teachers ongoing assistance in terms of technology. Closing the digital gap is a major motivation behind the provision of technical assistance. To be succeed and overcome the challenges brought about by 21st century, students need to be prepared with skills and competencies where technology is used more and more. However, there are differences in the technological proficiency of teachers. As a Master Teacher, providing technical assistance somehow assures that all teachers can include technology into their lesson plans, even if they are not initially comfortable with it. Reducing the disparity between pupils who are technologically savvy and those who are not is dependent on this inclusivity. Furthermore, provision of technical support to teachers allows use of the newest learning technology and techniques to improve the efficacy of their instruction. In addition, technical assistance provides wide range of methods to engage students and accommodate different learning styles. When teachers are proficient, they may design engaging and interactive lessons that hold students' attention and provide a more positive learning atmosphere. Meanwhile, the educational landscape is marked by constant innovations in pedagogy and instructional strategies. Technical assistance helps teachers stay abreast of these developments, enabling them to adapt and integrate new methodologies into their teaching practices. Whether it's the implementation of flipped classrooms, blended learning, or gamified education, technical support ensures that teachers can confidently navigate these innovations and incorporate them into their classrooms.

-oOoThe author is Master Teacher I at Marisol Bliss Elementary School