Journal #5 Smile, You're on Schooltube! (NETS I & V)

Zdrojewski, R. (2009). Smile, you're on schooltube! . Learning & Leading With Technology, 37(4), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=December_January_No_4_4&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4450&ContentID=24839&DirectListComboInd=D

“Smile, You’re on Schooltube!” is an article about Schooltube, which is a website that differs greatly from the more known Youtube. Unlike Youtube, Schooltube is strictly regulated and all videos need to be approved my certified teachers and technical support personnel. Teacher can have students do video projects and send them into schooltube, they can be in any format because the technicians will fix the formatting for the teachers. It is safer because videos on the site can be deleted instantly and cannot be downloaded of embedded. It is a great safe alternative for teachers to display student’s work online.

What kinds of video projects could be used to integrate technology into the classroom?

Students could do documentaries using primaryaccess.com or they could do plays for language arts. The video aspect teaches then about technology and they actual subject being recorded can both be learned promoting cross-curricular lessons.

As a future teacher how would I feel about using this in my classroom?

I would feel much more comfortable using this website rather than youtube. First, youtube is not accessible on most campuses across the nation so it would be easier to use. Second, it is much safer and parents will be more enthusiastic about having their children’s work be protected and safe. I think the use of videos is a great, fun way to get students involved in technology and create group and hands on learning for subject matter lessons.