I'm finding this social media class very interesting. I was hoping that it would provide tons of information and resources on how to implement more technology and social networking into my classes and it is doing just that. My only concern now is that I won't have enough time to fully explore all of the exciting things I am learning before the busy school year begins.
The thing I am worried about the most with my implementation of Web 2.0 tools is that I am sure most of the sites are blocked at school. It often takes a while for our tech coordinator to review the websites to make sure they are appropriate so I will really need to plan ahead before using any of them in my classroom.
I think it will be excellent to have a social networking site for my classes. I can post helpful links and my students can comment on it. Also, I think students could use it to ask each other questions about their homework.
Finally, using social media will fit in PERFECTLY with my action research project for the M.Ed program which is on authentic learning. How much more authentic can you get than having students use tools they already enjoy outside of school and will continue to use long after graduation.
I'm sure Emily and I will have a great time reading our articles tonight!
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I will be excited to hear about the progress on your social networks for your students. These tech directors are often very difficult to work with so hopefully you can show him the security provided by the social network settings. You might even need to let the parents know that it is open only to your students so they will feel comfortable with it. If they can't access it at school, they can still access it at home. Good luck with your action research.
ReplyDeleteHi Jackson! I completely agree that this is an exciting class. I agree about being nervous that all of this info will get put on the back burner during the school year. Let's work together to keep trying new things!!
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