Banned social networks can mean missed opportunities for student (and adult) learning
Posted by Harvey on September 23, 2009 in Web 2.0
Student social networks are banned in most schools as disruptive distractions or potentially unsafe and unmoderated spaces that can put students at risk. However, students themselves use technology tools like cell phones and social networks as integral parts of their world, a world that includes school and classroom learning. Students are online and using social networks, and preventing student access at school does little to address the real need to help students to safeguard their well-being. Like any other health or safety issue, the real solution to protecting students lies in education. (more…)
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