In what learning environments would the technology resource I presented be appropriate?

Safety and Ethics would be appropriate in every learning environment. Whether it’s in a resource room or a classroom setting, students and teachers should know about Internet etiquette.

In what learning environments would the technology resource I presented NOT be appropriate?

The topic I talked about was safe, ethical and legal use of technology. I think the topic I presented would be appropriate for every school or classroom environment. It is important that students know the harmful affects and consequences of plagiarizing, sharing inappropriate information and cyber bullying. Every classroom should be made aware of how to be safe, smart and ethical on the Internet.

How might it be modified to be appropriate?

Safety and Ethics can’t be modified to be appropriate. However, you could make a presentation about safety and ethics and modify it by making it a fun and interesting discussion. If you present safety and ethics make sure students know that you are being serious however, make it fun and enjoyable.

What do you now know that needs to be considered when using technology in the classroom?

I now know that there are unsafe sites that students can have access to while using the Internet. I now know that plagiarism is an ongoing problem in the classroom. I now know that students have access to all kinds of social media on the Internet and that cyber bullying or inappropriate posts/pictures can surface at any time from any of my students in the classroom.

As a teacher it is my responsibility to consider all these scenarios and educate my students on the harmful affects or consequences of plagiarizing or sharing inappropriate  information on the Internet. I need to make sure my students understand it is not ok to bully someone online or share personal information to strangers.