How to Use Social Networking Technology - 4 views
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jodie hale on 25 Aug 10This article describes what social networking is and why teachers should use it in schools. It brings up a lot of good questions about how social networking can be used in the classroom. The article also addresses a lot of the issues involved in bringing this type of technology into the classroom.
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keefe67 on 28 Aug 10I know this article has already been posted, but I did find some things in it very interesting. First off, the article gives us a good definition on what social networking is. They define it as any software that allows people to come together around an idea or topic of interest. This gives is a good insight that is is not just a simple chat site. Secondly, they pose a great question, "How do you keep students from wasting time chatting or sneaking to inappropriate sites?" I love their answer, "You teach!" I don't think I really need to go into that any more. If the teacher is teaching, and the students are engaged, this shouldn't be an issue at all.
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glorihinck on 30 Aug 10Hi Jodie, how might you see yourself using the information in this article for your personal teaching/learning situation?
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Brenda Janot on 10 Sep 10Jodie, I especially enjoyed reading your post because it correlates with my the topic that I just posted. I liked the reference to renaming social networking to academic networking. I do feel that high school is a great place to start fostering learning with creative online social networking technology. I would like to incorporate a global social network with my ELL students. Thanks for sharing your post. Brenda
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glorihinck on 12 Sep 10The term "academic networking" does have a more scholarly/work-like tone to it... Is this good or bad? Has anyone seen this term used elsewhere?
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Lisa Dawley on 12 Sep 10Check out http://academia.edu/
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glorihinck on 14 Sep 10I am now a member and follower! Looks like a great place to network and find jobs.