Movin' a 80's girl into the year 2007 continues... this week's lesson: facebook!
I now have a facebook account as part of our group project for Ed Tech to present the pros/cons of "social networking" in schools. Pretty fun stuff I'd say! I was totally impressed with Jon's ability to get a wiki started (love the t-shirt pic), and I'm kind of sad that by the time I get to his facebook account he's probably cleaned it up....
I have found the the blogs I visit from the other MACers vary in content, but you do learn a little bit more about your classmates this way. I think the post/comments works a bit like email that you just don't visit everyday. My family has checked in on my blog - but not posted comments because they need a gmail account - so they have just sent me emails to my main account (which seems to sort of defeat the porpose of blogging?).
I liked checking out wikipedia today - I've never even been to that site before (like I said. I'm an 80's gal). I'll definetly use it again, and check it out w/ my kids when they ask me those tough questions. The jury is still out on using the group wiki - I tried to add a page just now, but forgot how to do it (Jon makes it look sooo easy!)
On a personal note: I just got another digital camera, so I will be adding photos to my blog soon!
Ciao!
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I appreciate your willingness to try new things, Lynne, and to embrace a spirit of exploration. That kind of approach, and a willingness to take a few risks, will serve you VERY well in your newly-chosen profession. You also have a head start on the important notion that teachers don't have to know everything--a wise teacher learns from her students, and expects to do so.
Lynne
Wonderful pictures of your family! Thank you for sharing them. I think it is fantastic that you are taking a hands-on approach to your presentation! Bravo! I'm so curious about your facebook exploration, I can't wait to hear what you have learned. While I do not want to spoil any of your research, I have some great examples of legitamate ways MySpace is being used, so feel free to contact me if your group has any trouble.
Facebook! The things we must do in the name of research! Wow, good for you. I decided a long time ago to be completely unyielding in my ANTI-Myspace/Facebook/whatever stance. It always just seemed kinda silly and self-absorbed to me, but maybe that's a misconception. You'll have to let me know...
Hey Lynne! Can't wait to see more pictures, thanks for sharing those ones with us--but I don't know if you noticed this really ugly green picture must have gotten added by mistake? You might want to fix that.
Have you asked or heard much from your boys about technology in their classrooms? I'd be curious to hear about that. You have the guinea pigs right there at home to investigate, and should share your findings with us! Do they email friends and/or spend much time on the computer? They're right at the age where they could really get into some trouble... how do you deal with it? Or has it not been an issue yet?
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