Module 2
Search Engines
Search engines are beneficial tools for student and teacher learning. Students can more effectively find credible information on an array of topics that are useful for projects, papers, and beyond. When we know what websites and resources have credible information, and where we can find these websites, we can find credible information on the topic we are learning. Along with being able to find credible information, students and teachers can also have a more precise search by using keywords or advanced searches. (Byrne, 2012, p.183)
Website Evaluation Video
https://youtu.be/RPxJKr3r8Kg
This video highlights 5 key concepts to focus on when determining if a website is credible. I loved how this video was animated well to keep the viewer engaged. I would use this in my classroom to not only focus on website credibility, but professionalism and how that can be portrayed online.
Favorite Professional Websites
http://www.scholastic.com/home/ is a wonderful resource for teachers. It offers videos, ebooks, and even printables that teachers can use. The website has an abundance of resources teachers can use in lesson plan or classroom activities. I also really enjoy https://www.flocabulary.com. This website offers media as well accessible content. The creators and all the information about the website can be found by clicking the tabs at the top of the page, without having to search the whole website to find them. (Roblyer, 2016, p.198)
Online Safety and Security
Two topics that really stand out to me from the textbook, Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, are cyberbullying and sales pitches aimed at children. At such a young age, children do not understand the dangers of the internet and can be persuaded into anything online. As teachers, it is our responsibility to ensure that students understand these dangers and keep our students away from them. Cyberbullying has become a hot topic online because it is happening all over. We must make sure our students know that this type of behavior is unacceptable and the steps they should take if it is happening to them. (Roblyer, 2016, p.174)
Resources:
(2016). Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, 7th Edition. [Yuzu].
Search Engines
Search engines are beneficial tools for student and teacher learning. Students can more effectively find credible information on an array of topics that are useful for projects, papers, and beyond. When we know what websites and resources have credible information, and where we can find these websites, we can find credible information on the topic we are learning. Along with being able to find credible information, students and teachers can also have a more precise search by using keywords or advanced searches. (Byrne, 2012, p.183)
Website Evaluation Video
https://youtu.be/RPxJKr3r8Kg
This video highlights 5 key concepts to focus on when determining if a website is credible. I loved how this video was animated well to keep the viewer engaged. I would use this in my classroom to not only focus on website credibility, but professionalism and how that can be portrayed online.
Favorite Professional Websites
http://www.scholastic.com/home/ is a wonderful resource for teachers. It offers videos, ebooks, and even printables that teachers can use. The website has an abundance of resources teachers can use in lesson plan or classroom activities. I also really enjoy https://www.flocabulary.com. This website offers media as well accessible content. The creators and all the information about the website can be found by clicking the tabs at the top of the page, without having to search the whole website to find them. (Roblyer, 2016, p.198)
Online Safety and Security
Two topics that really stand out to me from the textbook, Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, are cyberbullying and sales pitches aimed at children. At such a young age, children do not understand the dangers of the internet and can be persuaded into anything online. As teachers, it is our responsibility to ensure that students understand these dangers and keep our students away from them. Cyberbullying has become a hot topic online because it is happening all over. We must make sure our students know that this type of behavior is unacceptable and the steps they should take if it is happening to them. (Roblyer, 2016, p.174)
Resources:
(2016). Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, 7th Edition. [Yuzu].
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ReplyDeleteThere are many dangers of the internet that children are unaware of. There are hackers and even online predators. Page 174 of the text, Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching, states that "they may not consider the possibility that a 12‑year-old named “Mary” may actually be a 50‑year-old man," which is a scary thought. As educators, we should aim to teach students how to practice digital citizenship in order to protect students from such dangers.
ReplyDeleteCyber bullying is a very serious problem with today's youth. on page 175 our textbook describes cyber bullying as "the online version of regular school bullying." As our use of social media increases so does cyber bullying. Though schools are always increasing their means of protecting their students from cyber bullying while at school, they cannot offer the same protection to the students when they are at home. In what ways do you think the school can help to prevent the students from being victims of cyber bullying at home?
ReplyDeleteAdvanced searches and searching with key words are easy ways for students to get the information that they need quickly and efficiently. I did not know how to do this correctly until college, and it has made my life so much easier. Teaching kids how to do this early in their education will definitely help them to complete tasks that are assigned.
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