Chapter 6 Reflections

Now that I have access to the Web, how can I use it effectively?
     First off, may I say that the Web is just great!! Being able to access it should be the easy part. But the harder part is knowing what to do with it. First, you need to start your search using Google, Yahoo!, or Bing. another way to use the web would be for teachers to start a blog, a homepage or create a class website. On these ideas, you can give your students assignments, fun projects or link educational videos. On an important note, as the teacher, you have to limit and approve which website your students can use. Luckily, there are kid-friendly search engines that they can use. Thank you, internet!
How do I manage students' use of the Web in my class?
     Hmm, good question. On page 162-163 of the text, there is an example of an acceptable use policy. This is a set of rules that the students have to know before being able to use the internet. It usually shows what the students can and can not do, as well as listing the consequences. Luckily, in many schools, the computer have filters on them to prevent students from going to bad websites like YouTube and Facebook. (No offense to those who use it. This is pointed for kids ;)..) 
Which features of the Web do I use?
     Well, there are so many things to choose from, but what you want to do is carefully pick the features that you will need. One feature to use are search engines, because students can use it or research or instructions on how to do something. Google Docs is a good example because you can share documents with your class. You can also use the web for communication such as e-mail, Instant Message, or Skype. There are so many things to do, but remember to choose carefully!


Lowther, D. & Morrison, G. (2010). Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom: Skills for the 21st Century. Pearson Education. Inc. Boston, MA, USA.