URLs
Roblyer and Doering (2013)
tells us that URL stands for “uniform resource locators” (p.216). It is located at the top of the browser in
the address box. The first part of
useful information the URL give us about the webpage is the domain name. The domain name will usually tell us what
type of information and/or topic(s) that may be covered on the site (Roblyer
& Doering, 2013, p.216). The second
part of the URL that we should pay attention to is the domain designator. This will tell us what type of group owns or
runs the site, and this could also tell us how reliable the information may be
(Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 217).
For example, a “.gov” site is likely to be very reliable because it is a
government ran site; whereas, a “.com” site may need to be further evaluated
because it is a business owned site.
Search Engines
By using search engines correctly, you will receive better
information. One way to help children receive
better information while using search engines is by trying out a filtered
search engine (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p.219). I think this is a great idea, especially for
the younger elementary ages and other children who may be easily distracted or
overwhelmed. Another way to help find
better information is by choosing your keywords carefully and when possible
narrow your results down into categories (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 219).
Favorite Web Site # 1
I really enjoy websites that allow students to
play games. Children these days are very
“tech-savy” and enjoy technology. I feel
that children are more engaged when the games interact with them like these
games do and the students will retain more as well. This site is full of e-learning games and are
based on grade level. This site also has
a good structure and is very well organized.
All you have to do is select a subject and a grade level and a list of
fun filled games pop up.
Favorite Web Site #2
Turtle Diary Kids Games is another e-learning
site that I really like. This site also
has multiple subjects and are based on the grade level of the child. However, I find this one is a little easier to
navigate around on, especially for children.
Website Evaluation Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF-HghTuCY4
References:
How to DIY. (2013). YouTube. Retrieved 02/20/2014 by https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF-HghTuCY4
Roblyer, M. D., and Doering A. H. (2013). Intergrating Educational Technology into Teaching. Boston: Pearson/ Allyn and Bacon.
The E-Learning for Kids Found. (n.d.) E-learning for Kids. Retrieved 02/20/14 from http://www.e-learningforkids.org/
Turtle Diary. (2014). Kids Games. Turtle Diary. Retrieved 02/20/14 from http://www.turtlediary.com/
The Turtle Diary seems really interesting! I am a huge fan of creative, spontaneous, writing-especially with children. According to Roblyer and Doering, visual design is most important when using a website (255). The diary seems to keep children interested. do you think the site is too dated for a pre-teen? Do you think the site will get the same reaction from a 10 or 11 year old?
ReplyDeleteTamarous, the site has sections for grades K-3 and has 4th and 5th grade sections coming soon. I think as long as the appropriate section is selected it will continue to engage even the older students.
ReplyDeleteTabitha, I agree that this next generation has the savvy to quickly adapt to the changing technological world. One of the Internet features that I find interesting is Avatar Spaces. In that virtual world a person has the choice to create a life-like avatar or they can create a fantasy figure. "Using avatar spaces in education are limited but have great potential for fostering visual literacy, motivating students to develop writing skills that involve visual design" (Roblyer & Doering 223). I think its also space where teachers could interact with their students in a closed environment.
ReplyDeleteI love the e-learning site it was so colorful and easy to navigate. According to Robyler & Doering (2013), "Pages are designed for good readability and aesthetics" (p. 255). I really feel like this page met the criteria. I also really enjoyed how they had lessons listed by sections and grade levels. Great resource! :-)
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