Assessment Online

I selected the super crossword creator because it allowed me to create crossword and word search puzzles. The one I downloaded is the free version so there are some limitations. Nonetheless, it is fairly easy to use this program. You open it, type in the answers and questions, select a few layout options, and then you are ready to save it. The best part of it was once it was saved/exported to Word, I was able to add clip art, change the language, and change the font style and size to make it appropriate for kindergarten students.

Super Crossword Creator

Cyber-bullying

Cyber-bullying “involves the use of information and communication technologies to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behaviour by an individual or group, that is intended to harm others” (Wikipedia, 2008). Such behavior may include defamation, threats, sexual remarks, gossip, disclosing personal data, and so forth. This can be through emails or text messages, online forums, online postings, or any other means of cyber communication.

Good Web Resources
10 Ways to Help Prevent Bullying
Teaching Tolerance- Cyberbullying
8 First Steps to Fighting Cyberbullying

Netiquette

The term netiquette is used to describe “a set of social conventions [rules] that facilitate interaction over networks, ranging from Usenet and mailing lists to blogs and forums” according to Wikipedia. While network etiquette rules vary, the following website provides a list of general netiquette guidelines for common courtesy.

Netiquette Guidelines for the Internet community
Here are a few:
You should not send heated messages even if you are provoked.
Don't send large amounts of unsolicited information to people.
Use mixed case and proper punctuation, as though you were typing a letter or sending mail.
If you find a personal message has gone to a list or group, send an apology to the person and to the group.

Good Web Resources
Netiquette Home Page
Online Etiquette Quiz

Teacher Website- Voice Thread

Ms. Jeri's Kindergarten Class
Here is a kindergarten teacher’s blog that is a great example of how to use voice thread, Animoto, and Bubble Share. These are a few programs similar to what we're using to share work with students, parents, and the community.

Digital Storytelling

Digital storytelling allows the user to craft, record, share, and use images and music to create a sensory journey. It allows the expression of personal voice and can be used to facilitative teaching methods and learning. Digital storytelling is often used for personal narratives, examination of historical themes and events, and stories that inform or construct just to name a few. As stated on the following website, a digital story is a "…short, personal multimedia tales told from the heart. These stories can be created by people everywhere, on any subject, and shared electronically all over the world.”

Educational Uses of Digital Storytelling
This is really a good website for any information you need about digital storytelling. It is concise and easy to use.