Journal#2
Social Networking for the K-12 Set.
Jim Klein

The Internet and Students

Reading the recent article about Social Networking in schools was very interesting. I believe the use of technology in schools across the nation is a wonderful idea. Technology in the classroom will open up tons of new ideas and doors for any student. Allowing teachers to integrate technology in the classroom will give them endless opportunities to teach and learn. Allowing students and teachers to Social Network will help expand their communications and knowledge. I believe technology is here to stay, but also here to help and guide both student and teacher.


Does Social Networking belong in schools and classrooms?

After reading this article and spending time in my 422 Technology class, I believe Social Networking is a great tool to be utilized. Schools and Districts that use Social Networking are taking advantage of a great way to communicate with other educators. Teachers are finding that Social Networking is helping their students and themselves. Social Networking is bridging the gap of long distant communication, and allowing for more discussion and a greater opportunity for discovery. Social Networking is the tool of the present for students and teachers.

Should teachers and educators in Elementary schools spend more time teaching students to use computers and other technology devises?

I believe the sooner schools and educators introduce and teach young students about technology, the better. Once a student learns to use a computer their lives and even their education is open up to endless possibilities. It is never too early to start a student on the path of technology. The sooner they learn it the faster they can utilize it in their classrooms. In the end, don’t be afraid of computers. The worst that could happen would be a total meltdown.