Week 3

Ever since late elementary I have used Microsoft Word pretty regularly in school. The majority of the time I have used MS word to write papers. But I also have used it a lot to type up and print out labels to cut out and glue on science fair posters. I have used MS word for various projects and assignments consistently over the years. I even use it in my free time sometimes to create to do lists and agendas. I have seen my teachers make everything from work sheets, to hand outs, to news letters, etc on MS Word. But I have used it pretty basically. However it has been very prominent in both student and teachers materials throughout my years in school.

Many of my teachers have always had us buy the books we use in class. But I have had many teachers who have scanned chapters or even the entire book and put it online for us to access. It would be hard as a teacher, especially as a college professor, to not want to provide all of the materials for my students. When it comes to college, students spend so much money (often borrowed money) just to take the classes, it can be quite difficult for students to spend an extra hundred or so per class on materials on top of course cost. However it is very important to follow university and copyright laws in what is allowed to be scanned and posted and I do understand when I have to buy my textbooks. Having students create their own work should be fairly easy I would think. Especially if it was a heavy writing course.

Cyberbulling is a major issue when it comes to technology. Many people will say things they wouldn't usually say to someones face because they can hide behind a computer screen and feel as if their is no repercussions. As a teacher I would help solve this issue by encouraging my students to tell me about anything that makes them feel unhappy. I would also encourage my students to save all data that indicated cyberbullying to take it to a person in higher position. Lastly when dealing with the bully I think it would be very important to hold the bully accountable for their actions. Involve the school, involve all students impacted, and all parents. Communication with all parties is the best way to stop cyberbullying in its tracks. When it comes to decreased productivity I would encourage my students to use their technology intentionally. As much as it might be tempting for younger students to want to play games and older students to maybe get on social media, I would point out that spending too much time on those things could very negatively impact school performance. I also would implement rules in my classroom that students must stay on task with what we are using the technology for or I will find them a not technology option. 

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