Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Students and Technology Usage


Image result for internets and kidsWhen you write out information, your brain tends to remember it better than when you rely on technology all the time.  I want my students to be independent without technology, I want them to rely on their brain, not the internet for the answers.  I will present technology as a scary way, so my students understand that whatever they post on social media will never go away, also that technology can be a useful source but there are various downsides to the use of technology.  In schools today, the administration can block websites and even images so students cannot use or see things they are not supposed to be.  It helps the students use the technology given to them in a resourceful way instead of abusing their privileges. 

Image result for kid doing worksheetsWith today's day and age, many are dependent on technology as it becomes more advanced.  As a teacher, I would encourage my students to use technology appropriately, but not frequently.  I still love the idea of giving kids worksheets, as this is how I grew up.  I also believe that children learn more by writing information down, instead of typing it.  


logo I found a really good website that is safe for students to search through, this website is called Kidtopia.  This website allows kids to do research without having to worry about inappropriate things surfacing during their searches.

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