Chapter 6 Questions

What do you think about using blogs? What and how do you think blogs would be useful for education? Some people think using blogs in classrooms is a waste of students’ time. How would you respond?

I think blogs are a great idea. I think that blogs can be good for education in the sense that, a teacher could have a homework blog for students to post questions, or answers, or just talk about things, just like our discussion board. It's easier when you know that there are other students in the same situations. I don't think it's a waste of their time as long as their staying on topic. Some students might be too shy to ask questions in class, or in front of other people but this could be a good way for them to ask it and get a clear answer that they could even refer back to.

What are some ways that you could use he technology ideas in Chapter 6 to support your curriculum and student learners?

I think there are alot of good ideas mentioned in this chapter that could be used to help students with their academic curriculum. Alot of teachers say don't use Wiki anything but somethings I see it is a good idea, when it comes to things that you need insight from random people, or opinions is great. I think facebook and Myspace are great ideas if people are mature about it. It can cause alot of problems with dramatic people, but if used in a way for communities, churches, and organizations is great. They help you stay in touch with family as well.