Slow+Response+Time+and+Social+Networking

Slow Response Time and Social Networking  There are many reasons why learners are unable to communicate with their classmates, and thus, not learn all of the knowledge necessary. Social Networking Sites, much like Edmodo, offer a great alternative.  In my class I have a student who needs extra time for most questions. He observed the world around, and then is able to share his answers, and questions. However, often, he realizes this long after the discussion, or work within class.  I have offered this student, as well as all students in the class, Edmodo this year. Edmodo is an educational Social Networking site. Students within my class may post assignments, links, questions, and comments.  This has given my student who needs more processing time, just what he needs. He can think about a question until he is able to share, and then share his thinking with myself, or the class. Also, he can privately message me for questions that he is unsure about.  Other teachers have emphasised to students that they can also use this tool at home. This provides students a connection to those in their class, who as a community, have shared experiences that they can comment on.  The big challenge that may be faced in using this at home, is the availability of technology at home. Luckily, this would be able to be used at the public library, or in school on the technology provided.

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