Monday, January 25, 2010
Responsible Educators
So, I just finished reading the first chapter of the text and I can't help but reflect on a point that Richardson made. Do we have a responsibility to teach proper Internet use and safety when we know that the majority of our students are publishing online? Is this one of those things that should be worked into the curriculum at each level like sex education has been? Or is this something that should be left to parents to sort out? (Much like we expect parents to teach manners?) Are parents the best people to teach this when many of them may not have access to the technology that their children are using?
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I think the parents probably feel its are responsibility when they are in our care and there responsibility when their children are in there care. It is a bit overwhelming at times, but yes, I think as educators we need to keep up with things to relate to our students. Teach them by knowing the technology and teach them responsibility. Again, it can be overwhelming, but we as educators should find creative ways of staying on top of things because our students are going to be finding creative ways to get out of things and/ or do things they are not suppose to if they think they can. Rochelle
ReplyDeleteI think that teachers should educate students about privacy issues and internet safety - especially when they are expected to use the internet and add content to the Web. I liked the example that Richardson brought up about the child who accidentally pulled up some inappropriate material. The child acknowledged it, recognized it for what it was, then got out of it as quickly as possible! Like it or not, students and teachers will inadvertently come across questionable material on the internet - the key is knowing how to recognize it and what to do about it.
ReplyDeleteHaving students and parents sign a policy similar to the one in the book isn't a bad idea either. It reminds everyone of the potential risks and clearly outlines the teacher's expectations.