Internet Bus

You have seen and probably experienced Wi-Fi in different locations: coffee shops, airports, etc. This week’s article looks at an innovative use of Wi-Fi that a school is trying. Go to the link below and read the article. Write a reflective comment that shows you have read the article, expresses your views, and addresses my questions.

How would you feel about converting the school’s buses to Internet buses? What would be the advantages? What problems would it create? Would it be fair? It would cost the school extra money to do this and students without laptops would not benefit. What about charging extra for people who use their laptops to surf on the bus? Would having Internet access on the buses make a difference in behavior? How much more homework would get done if we had this benefit?

Internet Bus Article

A Social-media Minefield for Educators

Text messaging is a common practice. Students text each other regularly. Adults text, as well. However, there are circumstances under which there may be complications. This week’s article looks at ways in which texting, social media, and email can lead to trouble. Go to the link below and read the article. Write a reflective comment that shows you have read the article, expresses your views, and addresses my questions.

Looking at the example of the teacher who was a coach, what should he have done differently to avoid getting into trouble? Do you think that texting helps teachers and students “forge bonds?” The article mentions that “some schools insist teachers share their phone numbers with students so kids can call at night with homework questions.” If you were a teacher, what would you think about this idea? The general counsel for the teachers’ union talks about the need for guidance in the proper ways to handle student communication. What sort of guidance should be provided? What advice would you give? How will events such as those described in the article affect communication between students and teachers?

Minefield for Educators Article