Q: In your own words, what are important elements in Internet supported assignments?
First, the use of the internet can not be an end in itself. The use of the internet as a resource should be treated like previous, less technologically based, resources.
The use of the Internet should be tied directly into a component of the curriculum, and then used as a resource to enhance the activity, and not become the activity. The information, pictures, audio, that are found on the Web, should then be directly used in the assignments, and not merely located.
Also, it is important to take into consideration the technological skill level of both the students and the teacher. Do the students have the necessary information and skills to use the Internet effectively for the assignment, and will the teacher have the time, skill, and support to help his/her students succeed?
Q: Use the Web page evaluation checklist and criteria for evaluating Web pages to develop your own critical eye: develop written or mental criteria for Web pages.
The important things that jumped out at me whilst reviewing the Checklist:
Content:
- Information is accurate and up to date!
- Information is well organized and interesting.
- No offensive or coarse material.
- Language, spelling, grammar appropriate for the students' skill levels.
- Gives a contact.
Visual and Audio Design:
- They make a contribution to the page, they don't simply stand alone.
- Easily readable.
- Aesthetically pleasing.
- They make people want to read the content.
Navigation:
- Pages load quickly, it is fast!
- Links, buttons, etc. are clearly labeled and easy to find.
Misc.:
- Limited use of student pics and info.
- Connected to district Homepage.
Q: Use the top ten strategies and integration examples to guide you to Internet resources with proved value.
I went to the ePals project: Unsung Heroes http://www.epals.com/projects/unsung_heroes/
This interactive project with other schools around the world looks to be a great way for students to recognize the achievements of heroes in their community, in their classes, in their country, and around the globe. Check it out!
This blog is intended to help inform students about the "goings on" in the HGHS Theatre Dept., as well as provide a forum for students and community members to comment or open dialogue concerning Theatre Co. rehearsals or productions.
