Although I am not yet teacher, I can see how online communication tools can be extremely valuable resources in a classroom. Throughout this class, we have studied a wide variety of different types of technological tools. I learned about technological standards, databases, WebQuests, software that has been created for those with limitations, desktop publishing, PowerPoints, and other types of educational software.
I think that utilizing these things in combination with online tools is a wonderful opportunity for educators and students alike. Through the WebQuests, I learned about helping students utilizing the internet as a multimedia resource for learning. In addition to having the students use online communication tools, using all the things we have learned about in this course will be great for educators.
By seeing examples of documents created using desktop publishing, different ways databases are utilized, or types of software that can be used to assist students is a great way to learn new ways to use technology in the classroom.
When using online tools, one has to be careful about malicious software. It is a best practice to have anti-virus software and to only download things from a trusted source. This can limit your exposure to viruses that can ruin your personal computers, classroom computers, and potentially be spread to others you know if your email address book is “hacked” by the virus.
Through this class I have realized that technology is a wonderful addition to traditional teaching and can help reinforce and expand upon the knowledge a student gains in class. With this great tool, however, as an educator you have to be sure that you use the tools in an appropriate and effective way.
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