Why do we have to respect copy rights.... the important word here is 'respect'. Writing,web development, or any creative endeavor is not only hard work but, often, part of a persons soul. When one has an original thought it is very important to make sure that they are given credit. It seems that the best thing we can actually teach is for our students to develop the ability to think. To think creatively, to think critically, to think compassionately. How to do this is a multilevel concept. We must make them understand how they would feel if someone took something from them. Also they need to be taught that actions have consequences. Unfortunately this lesson is often only learned after the fact.
Understanding the difference between safety and bullying is a harder question. And how do we keep students safe and insulated from both? Truly I have some ideas regarding this but no real answers. I know from experience that there are a lot of variables regarding this subject. Most districts have software and rules with regard to this issue. They are not perfect and again I would offer that teaching our students to think and ask questions along with the district standards will help but can not completely answer the problem.
My thoughts on this week - very cool. I learned much on copy right law. I really did not know what a teacher could use and what they couldn't. I bookmarks almost all the links for use later.
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I understand your point of view on using the social bookmarking and wiki can be complicated at school but i would want them to use it at home where they can acess all the websites.
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