Thing # 18

It is so important that educators know how social networking works! Most students use social networking to communicate with their friends. A teacher should know how to use social networking so that they can better relate to their students and know how their students communicate. If used appropriately, social networking is also a great way to keep in contact with the parents of the students in your class and be able to update them on how their child is doing in the classroom. I have had a Facebook account for a while now so I am very familiar with Facebook and how to use it. I love the fact that almost every business and even colleges have their own Facebook accounts. It is a great way to find fellow classmates or other students who share the same major. Having a way to communicate with others who share the same future career path as you is really important and a great way to get help if needed on a certain topic.  I do not think that the use of Facebook in the classroom would be a good idea. There are a lot of inappropriate information on Facebook. I plan on teaching elementary school and therefore Facebook is definitely not appropriate for them.