The “Hidden Curriculum” in Tech

Every Monday I share a different ed tech quote on our Thompson Classroom social media pages for our staff to consider.

This week’s Mantra is:

the hidden curriculum in tech, it cannot be ignored that the nature of technology itself has been programmed in a manner that clearly marginalizes and even harms specific groups of people — Hidden Curriculum Ed Tech Quote. (2021). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: www.fishbowlteaching.com

This quote was pulled from work I started earlier in the month as part of my Ph.D journey at U of R. To read the full version, visit THIS POST from October 9, 2021.

@thompsonclassroom
The inclusion/exclusion of features sends a message on what values are important #mvsd_mb #teachertiktok #edtech #MakeItCinematic #mentalhealthawareness #scarystories
♬ I Don’t Give A… – Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz

The inclusion (or exclusion) of particular tech features can say a lot about what the values/accepted lifestyles are of the company producing the program. As an extension, educators should be aware of the tone this can set in their classrooms.

How might you discuss this aspect of ed tech with your students?

What does it say about the type of roles need to be filled in the tech sector?