Chapters 1 & 7 Reflection

Chapter 1 focused on introducing the subject of Web 2.0- what it means as well as how to take advantage of it. It appears that a lot of technological tools that were once bought by consumers are now free for the taking. This and many other aspects of today’s technological world are opening up doors to technological advancement in many other countries outside of the western world.

 This chapter covered a lot of information about the race for technological elitism. Though, I walked away from the chapter with a feeling of empowerment because it is up to teachers to show our students how to keep up with the ever changing world of technology. Technology is such a valuable tool, and is used by so many people, companies, and countries, that each generation needs to really understand the impact of it all.

 Chapter 7 covered online safety and security. As a future elementary school teacher, I always find this subject very important because of the increase of cyber-bullying, Internet predators, and all the “trash” that comes up with a simple Google search. As a teacher, it is my job to keep parents, students, colleagues, and my administration aware of how to safety navigate the Internet.

By teaching our students and children the basic facts about the Internet (e.g. do not give out your real name or address, show your parents an IM that uses profane language) that we assume everyone knows. Many children and teenagers do not know how to safely enjoy what the Internet offers unless they are explicitly taught. This is an easy thing that teachers can offer their students.

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