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4/27/08
new research
new research… This might be a little lengthy for some of you but I think it is valuable information. Recently new research came out regarding how to talk to teens about Internet Safety. It talks about how teens are not listening to the warnings because they are not delivered to them in a manner they accept. I have picked out some of the most important information from the article. I think as a teacher and parent this is very valuable.
Internet Safety Education for Teens: Getting It Right A growing number of people are promoting Internet safety education in an effort to help keep youngsters safe from Internet sex offenders. But some of the information in their lectures, pamphlets, videos, and web sites does not reflect what researchers have learned about the important features of these crimes. Research suggests that teenagers are the primary victims of Internet sex crimes and that common teenage vulnerabilities– interest in sex, romance, adventure, independence – are what gets them in trouble3. Parents can be helpful, but the research suggests that the most vulnerable youth are ones who are having conflicts with their parents. So we need to reach teenagers directly with messages that are credible. This means not talking down to them; being familiar with their culture; acknowledging their familiarity with the Internet; and respecting their developmentally appropriate aspirations for independence, new relationships and accurate information.
Crimes Against Children Research Center The mission of the Crimes against Children Research Center (CCRC) is to combat crimes against children by providing high quality research and statistics to the public, policy makers, law enforcement personnel, and other child welfare practitioners.
These tips were published by the CCRC and use language they believe to be more conducive to teens and their understanding and acceptance of them. I have the actual article and handout of the tips if anyone would like a copy. |
INTERNET TIPS FOR TEENS 1) Be smart about what you post on the Web and what you say to others. The Web is a lot more public and permanent than it seems. 2) Provocative and sexy names and pictures can draw attention from people you don't want in your life. 3) Sexy pictures can get you into trouble with the law. If you are underage, they may be considered child pornography, a serious crime. 4) Be careful what you download or look at, even for a laugh. Some of the images on the Internet are extreme, and you can't "unsee" something. 5) Going to sex chat rooms and other sex sites may connect you with people who can harass you in ways you don't anticipate. 6) Free downloads and file-sharing can put pornography on your computer that you may not want and can be hard to get rid of . Any pornography that shows children or teens under 18 is illegal child pornography and can get you in big trouble. 7) Adults who talk to you about sex online are committing a crime. So are adults who meet underage teens for sex. Some teens think it might be fun, harmless or romantic, but it means serious trouble for everyone. It's best to report it. 8) Don't play along with people on the Web who are acting badly, taking risks and being weird. Even if you think it's harmless and feel like you can handle it, it only encourages them and may endanger other young people. 9) Report it when other people are acting weird and inappropriately or harassing you or others. It's less trouble just to log off, but these people may be dangerous. Save the communication. Contact the site management, your service provider, the CyberTipline or even the police. 10) Don't let friends influence your better judgment. If you are surfing with other kids, don't let them pressure you to do things you ordinarily wouldn't. 11) Be careful if you ever go to meet someone you have gotten to know through the Internet. You may think you know them well, but they may fool you. Go with a friend. Tell your parents. Meet in a public place. Make sure you have your cell phone and an exit plan. 12) Don't harass others. People may retaliate in ways you don't expect. 13) You can overestimate your ability to handle things. It may feel like you are careful, savvy, aware of dangers, and able to manage the risks you take, but there are always unknowns. Don't risk disasters.
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2/28/08
thinkfinity
For years a website called Marco-Polo existed that contains tons of lesson plans. Recently Verizon acquired the site and added a whole bunch of neat and free things. If you haven’t checked out Thinkfinity in a while it is well worth your time. Upon your first visit you will see a list of Content Partners listed down the right side. These are not ads…they are the links to your content area. Be sure to check yours out-it has a wealth of lessons, interactive web sites and web resources for K-12 in all content areas.
If you would like more information just let me know…
If you would like more information just let me know…
ROXER
Looking for a way for you or your students to create easy drag and drop interface web pages.
Try ROXER.
Free sign up, free pages. Pretty simple.
You can add pictures, text, different backgrounds, and some other nifty features like videos and slideshows. There are many templates to get you started and lots you or your students could do.
It really just doesn’t get much easier than this….
Here is my example: it took 5 minutes….
http://seneta.roxer.com/BRANDT
If you would like more information just let me know…
Try ROXER.
Free sign up, free pages. Pretty simple.
You can add pictures, text, different backgrounds, and some other nifty features like videos and slideshows. There are many templates to get you started and lots you or your students could do.
It really just doesn’t get much easier than this….
Here is my example: it took 5 minutes….
http://seneta.roxer.com/BRANDT
If you would like more information just let me know…
2/20/08
Toondo
Cartoons and comic strips are a great way for students to express concepts at any age. Toondo is a free service that allows anyone to create a comic. These comics can be simply created using their library of images and graphics, or you can use some of their more sophisticated tools to bring in your own pictures and manipulate them however you want.
Students can create comics to convey ideas, tell stories, explain concepts, define vocabulary, or whatever else you can think of. It is a great way to bring out the creative side of our students.
Once the comics are created they can be printed…or embedded into a webpage, blog, wikispace, etc….
If you would like more information just let me know…
Students can create comics to convey ideas, tell stories, explain concepts, define vocabulary, or whatever else you can think of. It is a great way to bring out the creative side of our students.
Once the comics are created they can be printed…or embedded into a webpage, blog, wikispace, etc….
If you would like more information just let me know…
2/7/08
timelines
Let’s stick with the time theme this week. There is a neat website called xtimeline. It allows you to view and make visual times about anything.
Here’s the basics.
There are two sides to this site…
1. Look at timelines people have already created. I emphasize people. This does not make them 100% accurate…but it does give you a lot to look at and think about-and most of them give sources for their info. You may or may not find what you are looking for…
(there are many great historical, biographical, art and scientific ones.)
Some of it is not educational….
(As much as I enjoyed the timeline of Brad Pitts life I would be hard pressed to find classroom use.)
2. You can create your own. Have kids do research, find pictures and facts and create timelines based on your content area.
Free log in is required to make your own, but it is open to view without an account . Students will never look at timelines the same again!
If you would like more information just let me know…
Here’s the basics.
There are two sides to this site…
1. Look at timelines people have already created. I emphasize people. This does not make them 100% accurate…but it does give you a lot to look at and think about-and most of them give sources for their info. You may or may not find what you are looking for…
(there are many great historical, biographical, art and scientific ones.)
Some of it is not educational….
(As much as I enjoyed the timeline of Brad Pitts life I would be hard pressed to find classroom use.)
2. You can create your own. Have kids do research, find pictures and facts and create timelines based on your content area.
Free log in is required to make your own, but it is open to view without an account . Students will never look at timelines the same again!
If you would like more information just let me know…
2/4/08
Time is on your side...
This is just a quick tool for fun. Ever need a timer? Activ-Studio has one-but what the heck…this one is just more fun!
http://www.fieryideas.com/flash/timer.swf
It is pretty simple-just hit the play button-and you can put up to 20 minutes of time to count down, pick some music and let the fun begin.
As I viewed this site-I started to wonder what else it had available…WOW. If you have time-you must check this out.
http://www.fieryideas.com/freebies.php
They make software but they have freebies. EVES and RAMS-check out the math daily tasks and the writing tools. The super dice seems like it would work at all grade levels. There are all kinds of neat little games/activities that would be TERRIFIC for the whiteboard.
You can log in for more access-it’s free.
ENJOY!
http://www.fieryideas.com/flash/timer.swf
It is pretty simple-just hit the play button-and you can put up to 20 minutes of time to count down, pick some music and let the fun begin.
As I viewed this site-I started to wonder what else it had available…WOW. If you have time-you must check this out.
http://www.fieryideas.com/freebies.php
They make software but they have freebies. EVES and RAMS-check out the math daily tasks and the writing tools. The super dice seems like it would work at all grade levels. There are all kinds of neat little games/activities that would be TERRIFIC for the whiteboard.
You can log in for more access-it’s free.
ENJOY!
1/31/08
wizard of voz...
Here is a neat little tool…this website takes text of any kind and converts it to an audio file. You can listen to it immediately online or download it to your hard drive. The website it simple and there is no sign up or login. Just type or paste some text (English, Spanish, or Italian) and click the “Create MP3” button. A new window will open and will provide two options: To listen, click the green play button. To download the file, click the “Download mp3” link.
The possibilities of this are endless…can you imagine turning text into audio files for our students who have trouble reading-or for review for a test to play over and over again in their mp3 players?
The computer voice is kind of scratchy but it is clear enough to understand. I also found another site called www.bluegrind.com
This site follows the same concept but is a little more involved as you need a log in/account. It is still free and still allows you to download or listen but the process is also a little longer. Either way the possibilities are out there…you just have to find them.
1/28/08
Ugly Betty
(Ok…so now I have your attention.)
I found a great website that has all kinds of free stuff…but I could never remember the name of it-until Ugly Betty came along!
The website is Brainy Betty.
What kind of free stuff you might ask?
Free Power Point backgrounds (very cute)
Free Word templates
Free Excel templates
Free graphics
And much much more….
As I always say-why recreate the wheel!
Check it out-there is something for everyone.
Like always…if you would like more information just let me know.
1/18/08
Google Docs Rocks
Do you have 2 minutes and 50 seconds?
As I sat thinking today how I could explain Google Docs in a brief tech tidbit I thought this might be easier. The video is called IN PLAIN ENGLISH-very well done.
http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=77c5560d4cd9c3ffb6cd
(Be patient. Give adequate load time.)
Things to think about if you watch:
1. If a grade level or department wanted to collaborate on something to send to parents, colleagues or students-wouldn’t this be easier?
2. Several English teachers are having their students submit papers for editing-either to them or peer review.
3. Not only are there Google docs, but Google spreadsheets and Google Presentations-you could have students collaborating on Power Points and then presenting them from Google…no more wondering-how will I get their presentation to my computer.
4. Google docs also allows you to access your documents from ANYWHERE!
If you would like more information just let me know…
As I sat thinking today how I could explain Google Docs in a brief tech tidbit I thought this might be easier. The video is called IN PLAIN ENGLISH-very well done.
http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=77c5560d4cd9c3ffb6cd
(Be patient. Give adequate load time.)
Things to think about if you watch:
1. If a grade level or department wanted to collaborate on something to send to parents, colleagues or students-wouldn’t this be easier?
2. Several English teachers are having their students submit papers for editing-either to them or peer review.
3. Not only are there Google docs, but Google spreadsheets and Google Presentations-you could have students collaborating on Power Points and then presenting them from Google…no more wondering-how will I get their presentation to my computer.
4. Google docs also allows you to access your documents from ANYWHERE!
If you would like more information just let me know…
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