I read the article:          http://www.techlearning.com/showArticle.php?articleID=196604996&page=1ticle

I worry about our students networking and the dangers of the Internet.  We as educators need to educate parents and students on Internet Safety.  This should be a class that students take and programs/videos should be in place for the students to be aware of what could happen.

Parents also need to be involved in a course to let them know what measures they can use on their own computers for the safety of their children. Hopefully more schools will provide this  Internet Safety Program for students and parents.

I have been reading blogs and I really enjoyed the Duck Blog.  I teach creative writing and what a great way for students to publish their work.

http://duckdiaries.edublogs.org/2006/04/20/2nd-graders-write-about-our-missing-duck/  I know my students would love to do this because they are very tech savy and use the computer everyday.  They are learning Microsoft Word and the writing process. This would be a creative way for my students to practice their typing and using their creativity.

I enjoyed a blog with students reviewing books and giving a short report of the book.  What a great way to have students do a book report.

I am already adding to my toolbox.  I think blogs are a good way for people to express themselves especially children.

The most challenging habit for me will be willingness to play and take the time to explore this new technology.  Wow!  there is so much available now in cyperspace.  This is teaching an old dog new tricks!!!

The easiest habit for me will be create my own toolbox and share with other teachers.  I enjoy working and sharing ideas with my co-workers.

The most important habit for me will be having confidence in myself as a learner to understand all the information I will be learning in this course.

I would like to use technology to my advantage and I am learning about blogs.  I would like to know how I can use this blog with my third grade students.