Post #2

I use Microsoft word constantly as a college student. Word has great tools for writing papers and even short assignments like this blog post. It has spelling and grammar check, which checks over my writing for small errors. I have to save my assignments as docx. in Word in order to submit them to Blackboard. My professors also use word to create these assignments for us. Word is the most widely used word processor, and the file format is required for many assignment submissions.  Word can be used to create test and quizzes for students as well, like we did in Assignment 3.

The Fair Use policy allows the use of copyrighted material for non-profit and educational purposes. Most school assignments fall under the category of education, but it is important to be aware of copyright laws for specific media and for specific purposes. Students must learn from an early age how important it is not to steal others work, and always properly cite sources. Media literacy is important now more than ever. A student must possess media skills in order to access and use articles for information related to their project. As a teacher I would always make sure to keep my students informed on the fair use policy and copyright rules. Wrongful use of a copyrighted in or outside of the classroom is unacceptable.

Social media use has greatly expanded over the last few years. Twitter is a great platform to use for communication between students and teachers. Twitter is extremely easy to use and keep up with others profiles and posts. Direct messaging can be used for independent conversations, while replying to tweets and retweeting can be used so that all other students can read the conversation as well. It can be used as a great learning and communication tool in the classroom. Blogs can be used in the exact same way. Both are good platforms to foster discussion and learning.