Social media can be a teacher's worst nightmare. When using technology in the classroom, it is known to be a distraction and a temptation. While it may not be impossible to beat, it can be used for good.
Allowing students to post work on social media sites using a classroom instagram or twitter can create a space for comments and feedback from their peers as well as the world. The key to social media is creating a safe space for student work to be presented in. The use of a class blog for daily responses or work to be posted can be used as an access point for parents to see a glimpse of what their child is accomplishing in the classroom.
Students need to understand the power the internet has as well as its consequences. The fact that your parents at home and a student from across the world can see your work is quite amazing. This is also incredibly frightening because almost anyone can see everything on the internet. Things you post stay there for the world to see, and its all at their fingertips.
Let's create a space where students can see the power and responsibility the internet contains. By using social media in the classroom, we can show how it can be used for great collaboration and learning.
I love this idea that social media can be more than a collaborative tool but also a tool to teach and encourage responsibility. It proves that their words matter and leave a lasting impression so they need to use it for good and be aware of what they are putting out there.
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