Web Page

What a relief! I wasn't sure what to expect with building a web page...I was hoping it wasn't anything like the WebQuest...I am happy to say, it's not. Honestly, building the web page with Scholastic Web Builder is so simple! It isn't necessarily ideal for someone who wants to get real creative, but it is very easy. I'm enthusiastic about finishing mine because it is something I would love to use with my class. I am huge on communication with parents and I think that using a web page is a great way to keep the lines of communication open. Also, students know what to expect and can reflect of special events or activities by looking a pictures on the page whixh is awesome! Several of the teachers I work with use this and I have heard nothing but good things from them and from parents, the students in higher grade seem to find it useful as well.

Web Based Educational Resources

During the very first week of this class, I discovered starfall.com...and have used it many times in my classroom since then. After exploring through the sites offered in Modules 5&6, I absolutelty believe that web based resources are useful and effective. There is so many resources available for teachers to use and so many of them are very useful. I particularly like puzzlemaker.com, I think this site is great for all levels of education.
Also, the text touches on the fact that communication with anyone any where in the world is instantaneous due to technology...this is so true! Every year, the school I teach at participates in World Math Day...the students get such a thrill out of competing against and communicating with other kids their age all over the world! Web Based resourses are awesome for teaching and learning...(as long as you take safety into consideration).