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April 11, 2006 at 1:01 am #22554PolarBearNPRParticipant
Hi all – I was invited to BBB by one of my students who is really into computers. Since many of my students are more computer saavy than I am . . . I thought this might be a good place to learn a bit about the various topics you all have to offer.
Thanks for the invite – I look forward to learning. Although I’ll be mostly lurking.
April 11, 2006 at 1:09 am #142248MrEggsaladParticipantYou went to a student’s given site? WAY TO GO!!! More teachers like that would…get rid of all MySpace and Xanga personal info. That would be grand! Anyway, welcome to BigBlueBall and I hope you enjoy your stay, so kick back and just enjoy the BigBlueBallyness of BigBlueBall.
April 11, 2006 at 1:17 am #142249NessaParticipantWelcome to BigBlueBall, hope you like it here and glad you decided to join. 🙂 It’s always great to get new members.
Also hope you don’t mind me asking but what subject do you teach?April 11, 2006 at 1:20 am #142251williamleeMemberWe welcome you PolarBearNPR, with open arms and wish your stay is a nice one. If you have any questions please feel free to post it as there are many helpful and brilliant People here to offer you assistance.
April 11, 2006 at 1:24 am #142255PolarBearNPRParticipantAt the moment I’m employed teaching reading to kindergarten and first graders but I work with middle-schoolers at church and with the Scouts; and have taught adults as well. I’m hoping to be back in the classroom for next school year. I like to change it up a bit every seven or so years.
April 11, 2006 at 2:02 am #142252williamleeMemberIs it true most adults act like children and the children like adults? or is that just my family tree LOL. Teaching a very nobel and rewarding job, my hats off to you.
April 11, 2006 at 2:32 am #142250MrOatsMemberHey PolarBear. Welcome to this excellent community. Here: We are ALL about IM news, tips, tricks… We also have an IRC Chat, and Arcade, if those seem of interest. Anyhow, feel free to contact me w/ questions, have fun!
April 11, 2006 at 2:52 am #142256PolarBearNPRParticipantI don’t know if adults act like children or vice versa, but I certainly rely on strategies learned during my elementary education degree program when teaching both. Food is always a great motivator as are games and moving and new technologies – hence my stopping by here.
Thank you all for the very welcoming welcome.
April 11, 2006 at 10:59 am #142257PolarBearNPRParticipantI’ve heard the kids talking about MySpace and Xanga; as well as have heard/read the news reports of bad things happening being linked with kids using those *places* (don’t know exactly what they’re called).
Question (and maybe this is answered in another area of BBB – I haven’t used the search yet *blush*):
How do we help kids use the internet and IMing safely?
Most grown-ups have heard that parents should
1) Put the computer in the family room and keep a close eye on its usage
2) Install blocking and tracking software
3) Watch the kids for unusual behavior signifying a changeBut, as an educator who feels the internet has a wealth of information to share as well as a place for kids to connect to others of like interests in an environment where they can experiment with being someone else or can totally be themselves since no one can judge their appearance; I’d really like to know how to help them become safe users of this vast domain.
Any thoughts? Or is there already a forum where this is/has been discusssed?
April 11, 2006 at 11:59 am #142253williamleeMemberAs a single parent myself I can say that the net can be a bit scary with everything you hear on the news and the horror stories you here. all the things that you suggested are good no doubt but there comes a time where you must also trust that you have taught the kids well and allow them to venture un-supervised because yes we want them to be safe but we can not allow ourselves to be so protective we lose trust in our kids. The best we can do is be open and honest and explain the good and the bad and let them know that we are always there for them. That not everything they see or hear is going to be something good but teach them that life is not always good. I recently had this come up with my oldest and I am glad to say that he showed me that I did a good job and had no reason to think he couldnt handle himself. Kids are amazing and in many ways become the real teachers.
April 12, 2006 at 2:31 am #142258PolarBearNPRParticipantThanks williamlee. I agree with your assessment of how to raise our own kids (we have two and let them explore as their maturity dictates), but I guess I’m trying to get at how to teach my students, who may not have the parental support or involvement that ours do, to use these technologies wisely and safely.
April 12, 2006 at 2:45 am #142254williamleeMemberBy giving them the information about all the good and the bad the net has to offer. listening to them with an understanding ear. and make them feel they can come to your for any problem they may have. In short teach just like you would for any subject for any age. kids are a lot smarter then we give them credit for. but hey i am no teacher but is how I would be if I were.
April 12, 2006 at 9:45 pm #142260oz1215MemberWhat parents? *looks around nervously* just joking with you. Welcome to BBB My parents trust me on the computer because well….the want free repair and maintenance. hence me :). I myself am a twelve year old student in the sixth grade. I hope you can learn alot from us here a BBB.
April 13, 2006 at 2:23 am #142259PolarBearNPRParticipantI’m glad your parents trust you to do the right thing oz. Keepin’ you all safe is what parents are all about *looks about nervously for kids*
How do you think teachers should help not-so-computerly kids as yourself stay safe on the internet/IM/etc? What tips do you have for kids that are new to this type of forum – safety-wise?
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