What do most teachers do when a student does something inappropriate on a computer or device? ...scold the student and remove them from the situation.
In my opinion, that is the same is sending a student out into the hall with nothing to do. I think we can do better!
First of all, students NEED technology. It will be an essential and integral part of their personal and professional lives. Secondly, it is our job to TEACH students how to behave and be respectful with technology, just as it is in the classroom.
Unless the misconduct is severe, I urge teachers to try a different approach to managing technology behavior.
Try this instead:
-Have the student create a media presentation to give to younger students on anti-cyberbullying/digital citizenship....and have them actually present it!
-Have the student video a role-play/skit on appropriate internet behavior.
-Have the student "Google" himself/herself, and describe to them what may show up on their internet history for future employers. Share with them news stories of people who lost jobs due to internet behavior.
-For students who mistreat devices, have them spend some time cleaning and caring for the equipment...i.e., wiping screens, adding plastic shields or covers, virus protection, etc.
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