Hi Maureen,
It goes without saying that the future is digital, and that digital literacy and proficiency is now an essential life skill. The issue of teacher confidence in engaging with digital tools has been spoken about for a long time now. The best thing we can do is to experiment with a small number of digital tools each year. We can then make an informed decision about the tools that are useful, and those that are not. The use of digital technology certainly allows for a more facultative role, as the students guide their own learning more so than traditional means. It is those engaging learning experiences that we are all seeking to create, and digital technology is one medium through which we can achieve that.