While I may not use the video as much as other teachers, I do believe I would use video conferencing for certain subjects. I think it would be a great thing to talk to other communities, compare data or learn new cultures and languages. Video conferencing makes these world connections possible. It would open the eye to what is out there and not just what is here.
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Sure, Videos are a thing of the future, but why? The amount of time you put into rehearsing and filming and editing doesn't leave much time for much else. Yeah I can see the highlights of something new and fresh to teach a subject and even allowing students to embrace the method to do their own projects. However I cannot see myself using it often. What benefit do they present that another method cannot offer?
If I was not afraid of the Internet and Its world, I am now! Holy Cow is things scary on the Web. Privacy is a big issue, not just banking information, emails, social security but my family and address is now easily accessible to the knowledgeable web surfer. It makes me question How great is my security and privacy settings? Are people watching my moves and actions? Am I safe? Cyber bullying is another big issue because it is hidden. Regular bullying is easier to identify and control and deal with, but how do you deal with the bully you cannot see? They can sneak in, change their names, change their accounts and not even know who is responsible for the actions. If the Internet had not made so much of great impact in the world as well, I would argue that we did not need it. Dear Readers,
Blogging in Education is becoming more common with the advance of technology. After reading a couple of articles on classroom blogging, I am beginning to understand the benefits of Blogging. Blogging is a great way to express creativity and will work as a communication agent where ideas can be exchanged among peers in depth. The freedom a blog contains allows for the creativity to roam as well. This would be a great tool in discussing social study topics such as current events. Ideas can be bounced off each other and developed into serious discussions allowing the development of critical thinking. The online world is easily accessible, allowing for all students to reach the material from home and not lose it. It gives students the flexibility of learning by allowing them the freedom of choice in what, when and where to write. Blogging can also help students prepare for their future, which I found sincerely interesting. Students are learning professional writing skills in a public domain. They also use a higher level of Language reflecting the professional attitude of a blog. Therefore the blog is also a great tool in teaching literacy. Reading these articles has given me some other view points on why Blogging in Education is becoming a part of teaching. I am interested in further researching new ways to integrate Blogging into my teaching major. Thank-you. |
J. Chantal BeazerI am a Professional Educator with a Bacholor degree in General Humanities, my stream of study was in Native American Studies and French and Spanish Literature. Archives
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