I don't know if I'm just a pessimist but with software like i-lighter, google docs, basecamp, etc all I can think of is the ways that the students can take advantage of it. With i-lighter I would be afraid of plagiarism; with google docs I would be afraid of students tampering with each other's documents; with basecamp I would assume that a student would just log on and leave it on to get the work hours logged in.
I can see all of these programs working with teachers like me - organization freaks who spend a lot of time trying out new things. But the factors that always bog me down are time and appropriate usage.
I really like the idea of pandora though - radio stations that I can program with my favorite music - how can that be wrong?
I can see all of these programs working with teachers like me - organization freaks who spend a lot of time trying out new things. But the factors that always bog me down are time and appropriate usage.
I really like the idea of pandora though - radio stations that I can program with my favorite music - how can that be wrong?
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Hi McKenzie,
I really like the look and feel of your blog. The atmosphere, design elements and your voice are inviting and elegant. Don’t worry about changing your style, it works beautifully for you.
Am loving your ‘cloud’ links. Did you need to select this option when you copied the java from del.icio.us or was it the format you had selected on line.
Speaking of Pandora, the image is great - so intriguing. What is in that box?
Kathy
You articulate what so many teachers feel about the coolness factor vs. the realistic application of social software. It can be challenging to harness the power of social software in meaningful ways. I think it is so important for teachers is to teach students the appropriate use of technology tools. However, this brings up the question of: When?!
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