this goes into detail about how you can use facebook and twitter effectively inside the classroom and even gives you a way to create a facebook page for your specific class to get information from
This is kind of a long article but totally helpful in relation to facebook and schools. It gives many different ways that facebook can be used POSITIVELY in the school setting.
This article shows some of the concerns that people have for teachers interacting with students on facebook, but it also gives good reasons for it. The main idea of this article is that teachers should be very professional in what they do or say on facebook.
This is an actual Facebook page of a school system. It posts pictures and events that are going on in the schools and is a great way to keep the community and parents involved because everyone uses facebook. This is an easier way then sending out newsletters that rarely make it into the hands of parents.
Facebook isn't just a great way for you to find old friends or learn about what's happening this weekend, it is also an incredible learning tool. Teachers can utilize Facebook for class projects, for enhancing communication, and for engaging students in a manner that might not be entirely possible in traditional classroom settings.
I have to share this with you because: a.) I an kinda proud of my son's history project we just completed. b.) I need to deflect from that confessional hoarding post I wrote earlier today.
Spanish language learners can have a great time with these educational Spanish games online! As you play with these fun activities, you'll be learning Spanish vocabulary and honing all your Spanish language skills, including grammar and spelling. The Facebook application that allows you to share and learn languages with friends through Facebook Connect!