In today’s digital world, most young people have no fear of technology, the internet, browsers, or web sites. In fact, many times it is the adult that is challenged when learning new technology. In this regard, it is difficult for me to prescribe that a parent or teacher always learn the technology tool first and then teach it to the child.
In any conversation about technology in the classroom, someone is sure to mention safety and the concern over “cyberbullying”. Cyberbullying is a relatively new term that refers to the act of harassing and/or threatening someone through the use of interactive media, texting, and website postings. Multiple high profile suicide and assault cases have been linked [...]
Social networking is a shift in the way people communicate. Blocking social networking sites at work or at school is short-sighted. Does the risk of social networking sites outweigh the risk? Not if you plan to stay competitive and relevant.