Teacher Web critique

I really want to be able to utilize a class website in my future teaching.

• One way I would utilize a class website would be to post homework and resources for the homework. I would use this almost like a continuing WebQuest, where students would have to use these resources to finish homework and it would connect them to the outside world.
• Another reason to use a class website would be for the announcements. This would enable me to communicate quickly with students and let them know about sudden changes. It would also enable them to consistently check when things are due instead of having to wait unitll class.
• A final reason to use a class website is so students and parents would have access to their grades and the feedback I would be giving them.

Class websites can enhance student learning by connecting them to a vast array of resources and materials that will connect them to the world. Through the website they would be directed to interesting websites that would expand their knowledge on the content. This would not just be a WebQuest, but rather lead them to new information that might be interesting to them. Another reason that a class website would enhance student learning is that it keeps students up to date and involved with class room material. Students would always feel connected to the class and me the teacher.

There were lots of different page types in the teacher web system. My favorite ones were the grading page and the email/announcement page. The grading page was awsome because it allows students to quickly view their grades and some feedback on their assignments. This would keep students involved in their learning and help them improve quicker as they can see where they had problems right away and correct those. The email/announcements page was really interesting. It allows the teacher to make an announcement post and also to email the announcement to all the students. This would force students to keep up to date with class notes and changing dates.

Over all, I thought the teacher web would be a great resource that I would love to use when I start teaching.