URLs
URLs give tons of information to the students right off the bat. The domain designator can give a preview of the type of information that can be found on the website. Some of the main domain designators we see are .com, .edu, and .org. If a website ends in .com, it is designated as a commercial site, and this is the most commonly seen domain designator. While it is the most common, it is also the most easy to obtain so the information on the site is not always the best. The .edu and .org designators are more reliable since they are websites that are for education institutions and non-commercial organizations.
Search Engines
The use of search engines allows anyone who has access to the internet, the ability to search and find an abundance of information in an organized manner. Students should be knowledgeable on the proper ways to use a search engine. There are many ways to narrow a search to only show accredited information, information that is relevant to your topic, and to find items that are legally allowed to be reused (such as pictures).
Favorite Websites
The websites name is a link to the actual website!
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ASL Pro is a great website for additional practice with sign language. I particularity love this website because it lists the mission of the website, and a brief bio on all of the interpreters and makers of the videos provided.
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KidsHealth is another great website, not only for kids, but for parents and teens. It provides a point of view on varying health topics and on the body in a way children can understand. I really enjoy this website because it is easy to navigate and is constantly being updated with new information.
Website Evaluation Video
This video is a great example to show students in class about what a bad website looks like and what a great website looks like and how to tell the differences.
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The animated video is cute :). I also like to use ASL Pro as well, it is a useful sight I always go to. I never thought of using a health website I think that was a great idea and the sight seems resouceful.
ReplyDeleteThe video is adorable and I love using ASL Pro! I also like how they have the information about the interpreters on a bio. It makes it easier to see that these are people who really know their stuff, and they would not give you any mis-signs or incorrect information. I have never heard of KidsHealth but think it is an interesting site to go look at.
ReplyDeleteI like how you add ASL PRO. It is useful for parents and even for deaf students who are learning how to use sign language. I like how you explains URL and Search Engine in simple ways that easy to understand. The video is great and its awesome way to see what bad website is. Kidshealth.com is great also. I've never seen this before but I know I will add this in my classroom to share with students and even to the parents.
ReplyDeleteYou provided some great links to resources you could use in your classroom. Neither of these sites, are web sites that people list much on this assignment so I appreciate you giving us exposure to them!
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