As a student I use Microsoft word
almost every day. I use word as my way to take notes in class. Instead of the
traditional pen and paper nots, I type all my notes into word. I also use word
when doing assignments such as writing papers. Although google docs seems to be
the new trend, I have always liked Microsoft word better and continue to use it
for almost all of my classes. I have also seen many teachers use it to display
directions to an assignment or an announcement about the class. Instead of
having it written out, teachers can just display the word document with the
type on it.
In school I feel like I have
encountered copyright and fair use of materials often. When doing different assignments,
I have to be sure not to use any copyrighted information, photos, or graphs
without proper citations. I also have to consider the fair use guidelines when
taking things from the internet or textbooks. As a teacher I think it is
important to inform students on the copyright issues and fair use guidelines.
It would be important for the teacher to follow all the guidelines if they want
to have their student do the same thing.
One implementation issue mention in
chapter 9 is ADA Compliance. ADA Compliance says that information online must
be accessible for people with disabilities. A solution for this could be including
pictures or visual aids in an article or document for students who may have
trouble reading. Another implementation issue is acceptable use. Acceptable use
outlines what you can and can't do with technology. It is important to have
students sign an acceptable use form to be sure that they understand the terms
of acceptable use and help make sure nothing is done on technology that
shouldn't be. Academic dishonesty is another implementation issue. To prevent
this in the classroom, it is important to inform students about it and also
explain the consequences to make sure they do not partake in any dishonest
actions.
I love your writing! The way I use Microsoft Work is very different than how you use it. You use it daily to take notes whereas I like to write everything down instead of typing it out. I think it's interesting how everyone learns differently and even note taking is different! :)
ReplyDeleteI totally agree that Word is used every day in so many ways as a student, and that we see teachers using it every day as well. I agree with your point that every student and teacher should have to be made aware and sign a form outlining the fair use rules. This could definitely increase people's understanding of what is expected of them and lower accidental breaking of these rules.
ReplyDeleteI agreed with a lot of your points that you made and I also think it is very important to inform students about academic dishonesty. I agree with you about needing to explain the consequences and to inform them about it in general. Another thing I feel is important is to show them examples of things such as plagiarism, so they really get an idea of what it is. Not only did they hear about it, they got to see examples of it to.
ReplyDeleteRachel,
ReplyDeleteI use Microsoft word almost everyday as well! It's crazy how much I use the program. So many notes, papers, and Christmas lists have been the subject of my word documents. Informing students of copyright laws and fair use, especially at an early age, is so important! I think you did a wonderful job at tackling ADA compliance. Your ideas for upholding these important guidelines are superb.